1971 BMW 3 vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1972 Mazda Luce is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW 3 (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW 3 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1972 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, 1971 BMW 3 (255 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 3 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2590 mm |
