1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 745 kg more than 1970 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (649 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | Luce | 6 series |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 4395 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 437 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4896 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2081 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2855 mm |
