1963 AC Cobra vs. 1969 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1969 Mazda Luce is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Cobra (271 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mazda Luce weights approximately 205 kg more than 1963 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 AC Cobra (423 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Cobra | 1969 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | Cobra | Luce |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 2618 cc |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2590 mm |
