1988 BMW 520 vs. 1974 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1988 BMW 520 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,989 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 520 (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 520 weights approximately 766 kg more than 1974 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, 1988 BMW 520 (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 520 | 1974 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 520 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2270 mm |
