1995 BMW 330 vs. 1974 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1995 BMW 330 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 330 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Luce. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 330 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1974 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, 1995 BMW 330 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 330 | 1974 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 330 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
