1994 BMW M5 vs. 1973 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1994 BMW M5 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,795 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M5 weights approximately 925 kg more than 1973 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 M5 (401 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW M5 | 1973 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | M5 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |
