1973 Mazda Luce vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 1090 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 X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 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 X5 | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | Luce | X5 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2934 mm |