2009 BMW M5 vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 is newer by 41 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 411 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M5 weights approximately 698 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M5 | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | M5 | Luce |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
