2008 BMW M5 vs. 1967 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2008 BMW M5 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 443 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M5 weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1967 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 M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Familia. (82 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M5 | 1967 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | M5 | Familia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
