1968 Mazda Luce vs. 1996 Porsche 911
To start off, 1996 Porsche 911 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (430 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Porsche 911 (540 Nm) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Luce | 1996 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Luce | 911 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2280 mm |
