1971 Mazda Luce vs. 2013 BMW M3
To start off, 2013 BMW M3 is newer by 42 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), 2013 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M3 (408 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M3 weights approximately 425 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, 2013 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | Luce | M3 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 3999 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4618 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2761 mm |
