1984 BMW M6 vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1984 BMW M6 is newer by 13 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 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 BMW M6 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1971 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, 1984 BMW M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1984 BMW M6 | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | M6 | Luce |
Year Released | 1984 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |