1999 BMW X5 vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1999 BMW X5 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW X5 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW X5 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1973 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 X5 (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW X5 | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | X5 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2590 mm |
