1992 BMW 320 vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1992 BMW 320 is newer by 21 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 1,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 320 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 320 weights approximately 230 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, 1992 BMW 320 (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 320 | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 320 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
