1968 Mazda Luce vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 466 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 1355 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 X6 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 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 X6 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | Luce | X6 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 555 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 85 L |
