1988 BMW 730 vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 730 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 17 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (168 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 730 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 BMW 730 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 2000 Mazda Familia has automatic transmission and 1988 BMW 730 has manual transmission. 1988 BMW 730 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mazda Familia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 730 | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 730 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2984 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
