1979 BMW 725 vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1979 BMW 725 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 725 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 BMW 725 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1979 BMW 725 | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 725 | Luce |
Year Released | 1979 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |