1995 BMW S3 vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1995 BMW S3 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW S3 (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW S3 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1970 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 S3 (260 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm). This means 1995 BMW S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW S3 | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | S3 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2590 mm |
