1986 BMW M6 vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1986 BMW M6 is newer by 14 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 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M6 weights approximately 250 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, 1986 BMW M6 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW M6 | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | M6 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |
