1969 Mazda Luce vs. 2011 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2011 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 42 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 7,993 cc (16 cylinders), 2011 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bugatti Veyron (1,184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1114 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 737 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.
Because 2011 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mazda Luce. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Bugatti Veyron will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Bugatti Veyron (1,500 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 1382 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Luce | 2011 Bugatti Veyron | |
| Make | Mazda | Bugatti |
| Model | Luce | Veyron |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 7993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 1184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 1500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
