1994 BMW 735 vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1994 BMW 735 is newer by 22 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 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 735 (208 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 735 weights approximately 565 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, 1994 BMW 735 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 735 | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 735 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2590 mm |
