1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 40 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (620 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 514 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 140 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 524 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Luce | 911 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 3600 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 620 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4468 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2350 mm |
