1971 BMW 3 vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1973 Mazda Luce is newer by 2 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 91 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW 3 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1973 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 3 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
