1968 Mazda Luce vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 41 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 429 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1770 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Luce | 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Luce | SL |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
