1992 BMW 538 vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1992 BMW 538 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,795 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 538 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 538 (341 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 538 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 538 weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1968 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 538 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 538 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 538 | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 538 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
