1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 36 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 440 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 895 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 712 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda Luce | 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Luce | SL |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 830 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |