1985 BMW M5 vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1985 BMW M5 is newer by 15 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 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW M5 (256 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW M5 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1970 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, 1985 BMW M5 (290 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW M5 | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | M5 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |
