1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 39 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 825 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, 2011 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda Luce | 2011 BMW X3 | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | Luce | X3 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |