2008 BMW 325 vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1971 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, 2008 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 325 | Luce |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
