1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 40 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 550 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, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda Luce | 2012 BMW 335 | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | Luce | 335 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2620 cc | 2979 cc |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2810 mm |