1971 Mazda Luce vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 41 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Boxster (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 245 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, 2012 Porsche Boxster (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Luce | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4346 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2416 mm |
