1967 Mazda Luce vs. 2012 Ford Shelby GT500
To start off, 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 is newer by 45 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 (550 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 480 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1967 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, 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 (691 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 573 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Mazda Luce | 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Luce | Shelby GT500 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 550 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 691 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1800 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
