1968 Mazda Luce vs. 1958 Porsche 550 A
To start off, 1968 Mazda Luce is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Porsche 550 A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Porsche 550 A would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Porsche 550 A (108 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Porsche 550 A should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Luce weights approximately 455 kg more than 1958 Porsche 550 A.
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1968 Mazda Luce | 1958 Porsche 550 A | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | Luce | 550 A |
Year Released | 1968 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2110 mm |