1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 26 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 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 545 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL (580 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Luce | SL |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 5987 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2520 mm |
