1990 BMW 525 vs. 1969 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1990 BMW 525 is newer by 21 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 525 (185 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 525 weights approximately 835 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, 1990 BMW 525 (240 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 525 | 1969 Mazda Familia | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 525 | Familia |
Year Released | 1990 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2200 mm |