2005 Audi A6 vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 33 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 730 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, 2005 Audi A6 (420 Nm) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A6 | Luce |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
