1967 Mazda Luce vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 798 kg more than 1967 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Mazda Luce | 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Luce | SL |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1848 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
