2007 BMW 525 vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 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 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 920 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 525 | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 525 | Familia |
Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |