1988 BMW 316 vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1988 BMW 316 is newer by 16 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 2,620 cc, 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1988 BMW 316. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 316 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 316. (127 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 316 | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 316 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
