2009 BMW 320 vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 39 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 245 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, 2009 BMW 320 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 320 | Luce |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
