1994 BMW 730 vs. 1965 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1994 BMW 730 is newer by 29 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 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 730 (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 730 weights approximately 940 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, 1994 BMW 730 (310 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 730 | 1965 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 730 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 782 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 55 L |
