2009 BMW 125 vs. 1965 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 125 weights approximately 738 kg more than 1965 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, 2009 BMW 125 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 1965 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 125 | Familia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2200 mm |
