2009 BMW Z4 vs. 1971 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW Z4 weights approximately 741 kg more than 1971 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 Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW Z4 | 1971 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | Z4 | Familia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2200 mm |
