2003 BMW 320 vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2003 BMW 320 is newer by 30 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 320 weights approximately 295 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, 2003 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 320 | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 320 | Luce |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
