1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1995 Porsche 911
To start off, 1995 Porsche 911 is newer by 23 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 911 weights approximately 300 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, 1995 Porsche 911 (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 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 | 1995 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | Luce | 911 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |