1969 Mazda Luce vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1969 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Luce | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Luce | 911 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2618 cc | 3600 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2360 mm |
