1993 BMW 316 vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1993 BMW 316 is newer by 22 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 2,620 cc, 1971 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1993 BMW 316. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 65 kg more than 1993 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, 1971 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW 316. (151 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 316 | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 316 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
