2007 BMW M6 vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2007 BMW M6 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 4,997 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M6 weights approximately 750 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, 2007 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M6 | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | M6 | Luce |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4997 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2590 mm |
