2007 BMW X3 vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 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 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 1185 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 X3 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | X3 | Familia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 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 | 410 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 57 L |
