2008 BMW X5 vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (316 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1973 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 X5 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | X5 | Luce |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
