2009 BMW 530 vs. 1966 Mazda Familia

To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1966 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1966 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1966 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 530 (481 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mazda Familia.

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2009 BMW 530 1966 Mazda Familia
Make BMW Mazda
Model 530 Familia
Year Released 2009 1966
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2993 cc 984 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 215 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 481 Nm 81 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1590 kg 790 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 3710 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1470 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2200 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 55 L