1968 Mazda Luce vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 38 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS (288 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 675 kg more than 1968 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Luce | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Luce | CLS |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 12.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
