1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE
To start off, 1972 Mazda Luce is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE (118 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE weights approximately 265 kg more than 1972 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, 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE (189 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Luce | SE |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 2193 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2760 mm |
