1988 BMW 535 vs. 1974 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1988 BMW 535 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 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 535 (211 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 535 weights approximately 806 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 535 (306 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 535 | 1974 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 535 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 804 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 |
