2008 BMW 335 vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 335 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1971 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, 2008 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 335 | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 335 | Luce |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
