1998 BMW Z3 vs. 1969 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1998 BMW Z3 is newer by 29 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Z3 (240 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW Z3 weights approximately 605 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, 1998 BMW Z3 (320 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm). This means 1998 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW Z3 | 1969 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | Z3 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2200 mm |
