1990 BMW 518 vs. 1965 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1990 BMW 518 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 BMW 518 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 518 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 518 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 518 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1965 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, 1990 BMW 518 (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 518 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 518 | 1965 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 518 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 782 cc |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
