1968 Mazda Luce vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 45 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 860 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (601 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Luce | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Luce | E |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4698 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2015 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1402 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
