1980 BMW 316 vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1980 BMW 316 is newer by 9 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 2,620 cc, 1971 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1980 BMW 316. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1980 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 185 kg more than 1980 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 BMW 316. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW 316 | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 316 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |
