2007 BMW 550 vs. 1973 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1973 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 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 1973 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 550 | Familia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2270 mm |
