1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2007 Panoz Esperante is newer by 35 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 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 437 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, 2007 Panoz Esperante (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda Luce | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Mazda | Panoz |
Model | Luce | Esperante |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |