1990 BMW 850 vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1990 BMW 850 is newer by 18 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 850 (297 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 850 weights approximately 740 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, 1990 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 850 | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 850 | Luce |
Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |