1996 BMW 325 vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1996 BMW 325 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 325 (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 325 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1968 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, 1996 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 325 | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 325 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
