2007 BMW 325 vs. 1968 Mazda Familia

To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 685 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 325 1968 Mazda Familia
Make BMW Mazda
Model 325 Familia
Year Released 2007 1968
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2497 cc 985 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 215 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 81 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1475 kg 790 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 3710 mm
Vehicle Width 1380 mm 1470 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2200 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 55 L


 

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