1975 BMW 315 vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1975 BMW 315 is newer by 2 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 2,620 cc, 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1975 BMW 315. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 315. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 245 kg more than 1975 BMW 315. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 315. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 315.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 315 | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 315 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2590 mm |
