2009 BMW 330 vs. 1967 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1967 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 330 (500 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1967 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 330 | Luce |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
