2009 BMW M3 vs. 1969 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1969 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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1969 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | M3 | Familia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |
