1999 BMW 323 vs. 1969 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1999 BMW 323 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 323 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 323 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1969 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 BMW 323 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 323 | 1969 Mazda Luce | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 323 | Luce |
Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |