1999 BMW 330 vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1999 BMW 330 is newer by 28 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 330 (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 545 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, 1999 BMW 330 (400 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 330 | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 330 | Luce |
Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |