1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1972 Porsche 917
To start off, both 1972 Mazda Luce and 1972 Porsche 917 were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,994 cc, 1972 Porsche 917 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 917 (520 HP) has 450 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 917 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 252 kg more than 1972 Porsche 917.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Porsche 917 (610 Nm) has 492 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm). This means 1972 Porsche 917 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 1972 Porsche 917 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Luce | 917 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 4994 cc |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 520 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 798 kg |
