1992 BMW 540 vs. 1965 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1992 BMW 540 is newer by 27 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 540 weights approximately 929 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, 1992 BMW 540 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 540 | 1965 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 540 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1721 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2200 mm |
