1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 33 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 420 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, 2005 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 2005 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | Luce | 325 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
