1999 BMW 740 vs. 1971 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 740 (283 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 1201 kg more than 1971 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, 1999 BMW 740 (419 Nm) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 740 | 1971 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 740 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2200 mm |
