1998 BMW 325 vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1998 BMW 325 is newer by 28 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, 1998 BMW 325 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 325 | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 325 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
