2006 BMW 530 vs. 1976 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 950 kg more than 1976 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 530 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1976 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 530 | Familia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2270 mm |
