1973 Mazda Luce vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1973 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (408 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Luce | 911 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3822 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2360 mm |
