1973 Mazda Luce vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 38 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1031 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Luce | S |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2091 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3165 mm |
