2006 BMW 330 vs. 1971 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 35 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 871 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, 2006 BMW 330 (411 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 1971 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 330 | Familia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2200 mm |
