2005 BMW 520 vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2005 BMW 520 is newer by 35 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), 2005 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 520 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 520 weights approximately 520 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, 2005 BMW 520 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 520 | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 520 | Luce |
| Year Released | 2005 | 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 | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
