2006 BMW 525 vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 33 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 2,999 cc, 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 525 | Luce |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2590 mm |
