1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1999 BMW Z3
To start off, 1999 BMW Z3 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z3 (141 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z3 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1972 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, 1999 BMW Z3 (180 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm). This means 1999 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 1999 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | Luce | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
