1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is newer by 35 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 weights approximately 869 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (460 Nm) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Luce | E500 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1919 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
