1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 1973 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 911 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 250 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Porsche 911 (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda Luce | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | Luce | 911 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2270 mm |