1972 BMW Touring vs. 1969 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1972 BMW Touring is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,618 cc, 1969 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mazda Luce weights approximately 225 kg more than 1972 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Touring | 1969 Mazda Luce | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | Touring | Luce |
Year Released | 1972 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 2618 cc |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2590 mm |