2006 BMW 330 vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 456 kg more than 1971 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, 2006 BMW 330 (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 330 | Luce |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
