1961 BMW 700 vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1971 Mazda Luce is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 BMW 700 would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1971 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1961 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 595 kg more than 1961 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 BMW 700 | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 700 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2590 mm |
