2007 BMW 523 vs. 1967 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2007 BMW 523 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 523 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1967 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, 2007 BMW 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 523 | 1967 Mazda Luce | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 523 | Luce |
Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |