1959 BMW 503 vs. 1969 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1969 Mazda Luce is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 503. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 503 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 BMW 503 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 BMW 503 (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 503 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 503 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1969 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 BMW 503 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 503 | 1969 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 503 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2618 cc |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2590 mm |
