1999 BMW 740 vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 740 (283 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 795 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 740 (419 Nm) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 740 | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 740 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2510 mm |
