1968 Mazda Luce vs. 1999 BMW Z3
To start off, 1999 BMW Z3 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z3 (240 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z3 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1968 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, 1999 BMW Z3 (320 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm). This means 1999 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Luce | 1999 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | Luce | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
