1992 BMW 525 vs. 1972 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1992 BMW 525 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 525 (141 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 525 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1972 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, 1992 BMW 525 (260 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 525 | 1972 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 525 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 987 cc |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
