2009 BMW M3 vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 275 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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | M3 | Luce |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2590 mm |
