2006 Audi A8 vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2006 Audi A8 is newer by 38 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 5,997 cc, 2006 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (450 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A8 weights approximately 1085 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Audi A8 (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A8 | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A8 | Luce |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5997 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
