1990 BMW 316 vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1990 BMW 316 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1990 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 175 kg more than 1990 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 316 | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 316 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |
