1998 BMW 330 vs. 1967 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1998 BMW 330 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 330 (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 330 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1967 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, 1998 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 330 | 1967 Mazda Luce | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 330 | Luce |
Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |