1968 Mazda Luce vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 44 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (560 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 471 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Audi R8 (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Luce | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | Luce | R8 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 560 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1267 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
