1968 Mazda Luce vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 39 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 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 365 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | Luce | 911 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |