2004 BMW 545 vs. 1971 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2004 BMW 545 is newer by 33 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), 2004 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 545 (315 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 545 weights approximately 1036 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, 2004 BMW 545 (447 Nm) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 545 | 1971 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 545 | Familia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2200 mm |
