2007 BMW 545 vs. 1969 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2007 BMW 545 is newer by 38 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 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 545 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1969 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 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 545 | 1969 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 545 | Luce |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 2618 cc |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2590 mm |
