1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 19 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 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 (408 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1080 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Luce | 600 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3150 mm |
