1964 AC Cobra vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1972 Mazda Luce is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 AC Cobra (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 245 kg more than 1964 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 AC Cobra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 AC Cobra | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | Cobra | Luce |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4737 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 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 |
