1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 37 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1680 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Luce | E |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
