1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 weights approximately 493 kg more than 1970 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (464 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Luce | 560 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 5547 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2850 mm |
