1971 Mazda Luce vs. 2005 BMW 320
To start off, 2005 BMW 320 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 320 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1971 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, 2005 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 2005 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | Luce | 320 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2790 mm |
