1968 Mazda Luce vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Panoz Esperante 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 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 475 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 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Luce | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Mazda | Panoz |
| Model | Luce | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |
