1968 Mazda Luce vs. 2012 BMW 325

To start off, 2012 BMW 325 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 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 325 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 325 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 325 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 325
Make Mazda BMW
Model Luce 325
Year Released 1968 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1490 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 70 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 118 Nm 450 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4380 mm 4624 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1811 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1384 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 57 L 57 L


 

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