1997 BMW 850 vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1997 BMW 850 is newer by 25 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 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW 850 (329 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 850 weights approximately 895 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, 1997 BMW 850 (490 Nm) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm). This means 1997 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 850 | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 850 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
