2001 BMW X5 vs. 1971 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2001 BMW X5 is newer by 30 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 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 1436 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, 2001 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 1971 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | X5 | Familia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2200 mm |
