2006 BMW M3 vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 36 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 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (333 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 315 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, 2006 BMW M3 (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M3 | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | M3 | Luce |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 333 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2590 mm |
