1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (405 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 335 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | Luce | 911 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2360 mm |