1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 1972 Mazda Luce is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 210 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, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 (216 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda Luce | 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Luce | 250 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |