1971 Mazda Luce vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (376 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1971 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (385 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mazda Luce | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | Luce | 911 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2360 mm |