1986 BMW Z1 vs. 1969 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1986 BMW Z1 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW Z1 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW Z1 weights approximately 258 kg more than 1969 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 BMW Z1 (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW Z1 | 1969 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | Z1 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 57 L |
