2005 Ford FPV BF GT vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT is newer by 32 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford FPV BF GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT (389 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford FPV BF GT weights approximately 600 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, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford FPV BF GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford FPV BF GT | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | FPV BF GT | Luce |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2150 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2590 mm |
