1973 Mazda Luce vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 38 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 860 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, 2011 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 2011 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | Luce | 535 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2969 mm |
