2007 BMW 130 vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 37 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (266 HP @ 6650 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 130 (427 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 130 | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 130 | Luce |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6650 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
