2008 BMW Z4 vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 40 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1968 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW Z4 (316 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | Z4 | Luce |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |
