2006 BMW 530 vs. 1969 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mazda Luce. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1969 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 530 | Luce |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
