2003 BMW 545 vs. 1970 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2003 BMW 545 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 545 weights approximately 915 kg more than 1970 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, 2003 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 545 | 1970 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 545 | Familia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2200 mm |
