1993 BMW M5 vs. 1971 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1993 BMW M5 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,795 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW M5 (336 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW M5 weights approximately 981 kg more than 1971 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, 1993 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW M5 | 1971 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | M5 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 336 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 | 1725 kg | 744 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 |
