2005 Audi S6 vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2005 Audi S6 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S6 weights approximately 645 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 Audi S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S6 | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | S6 | Luce |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
