1994 BMW 840 vs. 1978 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1994 BMW 840 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 840 weights approximately 936 kg more than 1978 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 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 840 | 1978 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 840 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2270 mm |
