2005 Audi RS6 vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2005 Audi RS6 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi RS6 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1970 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 RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi RS6 | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | RS6 | Luce |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |
