2009 BMW 330 vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 36 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 485 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, 2009 BMW 330 (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 330 | Luce |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
