1968 Mazda Luce vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 44 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 120 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 120 weights approximately 390 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, 2012 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda Luce | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | Luce | 120 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |