2005 Infiniti M vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 590 kg more than 1968 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Infiniti M (453 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Infiniti M | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Infiniti | Mazda |
Model | M | Luce |
Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 453 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 57 L |