1949 BMW 340 vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1971 Mazda Luce is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 BMW 340. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 BMW 340 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 BMW 340 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1949 BMW 340. (53 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1949 BMW 340. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 BMW 340 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1971 Mazda Luce.
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1949 BMW 340 | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 340 | Luce |
Year Released | 1949 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2510 mm |