1983 BMW 323 vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1983 BMW 323 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,315 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 323 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 323 weights approximately 77 kg more than 1972 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, 1983 BMW 323 (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 323 | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 323 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2315 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
