2005 BMW 325 vs. 1966 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1966 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1966 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1966 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, 2005 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1966 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 325 | Familia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
