1988 BMW 730 vs. 1969 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1988 BMW 730 is newer by 19 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 2,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 730 (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 730 weights approximately 860 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, 1988 BMW 730 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 730 | 1969 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 730 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2984 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 57 L |
