1968 BMW 2002 vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1973 Mazda Luce is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2002. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 225 kg more than 1968 BMW 2002. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2002. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2002 | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 2002 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2590 mm |
