1996 BMW 528 vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1996 BMW 528 is newer by 25 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 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 528 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 528 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1971 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 528 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 528 | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 528 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2590 mm |
