2001 BMW X Coupe vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2001 BMW X Coupe is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X Coupe (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X Coupe should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X Coupe weights approximately 545 kg more than 1972 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 X Coupe (397 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X Coupe | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | X Coupe | Luce |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
