1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 37 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (616 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 510 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 695 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Luce | SL |
Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2620 cc | 5980 cc |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 616 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2570 mm |