1998 BMW 730 vs. 1976 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1998 BMW 730 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 730 weights approximately 945 kg more than 1976 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, 1998 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 730 | 1976 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 730 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2270 mm |
