2008 BMW 320 vs. 1970 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 890 kg more than 1970 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, 2008 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 1970 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 320 | Familia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2200 mm |
