2005 BMW 330 vs. 1971 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 34 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 961 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, 2005 BMW 330 (420 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1971 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 330 | Familia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2200 mm |
