1969 Mazda Luce vs. 2011 BMW 730
To start off, 2011 BMW 730 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 730 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 730 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1969 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, 2011 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Luce | 2011 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | Luce | 730 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2618 cc | 2993 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5212 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3210 mm |
