2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (358 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Z4 (385 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Z4 | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | Z4 | Luce |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 358 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
