1995 BMW S3 vs. 1969 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1995 BMW S3 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW S3 (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW S3 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1969 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 BMW S3 (260 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm). This means 1995 BMW S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW S3 | 1969 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | S3 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2200 mm |
