1976 BMW 628 vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1976 BMW 628 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 628 (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 BMW 628 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 628 | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 628 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
