2007 BMW 318 vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2007 BMW 318 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 318 (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 318 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1968 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 BMW 318 (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 318 | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 318 | Luce |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |
