2009 BMW 130 vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2009 BMW 130 is newer by 41 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 130 weights approximately 625 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 130 | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 130 | Familia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Body Type | Hatchback | 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 | 261 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |