1990 BMW 520 vs. 1969 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1990 BMW 520 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,618 cc, 1969 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 520 (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 520 weights approximately 287 kg more than 1969 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, 1990 BMW 520 (186 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 520 | 1969 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 520 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2618 cc |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2590 mm |
