1973 Mazda Luce vs. 2000 BMW 330
To start off, 2000 BMW 330 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 330 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1973 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, 2000 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 2000 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | Luce | 330 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 2996 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2840 mm |
