2001 BMW 320 vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2001 BMW 320 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 320 (170 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 320 weights approximately 506 kg more than 1970 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, 2001 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 320 | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 320 | Luce |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2510 mm |
