1994 BMW M3 vs. 1970 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1994 BMW M3 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M3 (281 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M3 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1970 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 M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW M3 | 1970 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | M3 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2200 mm |
