1973 Mazda Luce vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2002 BMW Z3 is newer by 29 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z3 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW Z3 weights approximately 190 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, 2002 BMW Z3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | Luce | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 2979 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2450 mm |
