2001 BMW 745 vs. 1967 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2001 BMW 745 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1967 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 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 745 | 1967 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 745 | Luce |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 55 L |
