1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 995 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 X5 (407 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 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 X5 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | Luce | X5 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 2996 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2933 mm |
