1988 BMW 524 vs. 1975 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1988 BMW 524 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 524 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 524 (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 524 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 524 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1975 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 524 (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 524 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 524 | 1975 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 524 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1271 cc |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2270 mm |
