2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2012 BMW 760
To start off, 2012 BMW 760 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 760 (541 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 412 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 760 weights approximately 1080 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 760 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 760. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 BMW 760 (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 609 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 2012 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda Familia has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda Familia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mazda Familia | 2012 BMW 760 | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | Familia | 760 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 5972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 541 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5212 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 82 L |