1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2001 Porsche 996
To start off, 2001 Porsche 996 is newer by 29 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 996 weights approximately 170 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, 2001 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 2001 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Luce | 996 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 3596 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2360 mm |
