1971 Mazda Luce vs. 2010 BMW M3
To start off, 2010 BMW M3 is newer by 39 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M3 weights approximately 835 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, 2010 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 2010 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | Luce | M3 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2761 mm |
