1988 BMW M5 vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1988 BMW M5 is newer by 17 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 3,533 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M5 (311 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M5 weights approximately 683 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, 1988 BMW M5 (360 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW M5 | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | M5 | Luce |
Year Released | 1988 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3533 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1733 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |