2006 Audi S4 vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2006 Audi S4 is newer by 34 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), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi S4 weights approximately 830 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, 2006 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S4 | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | S4 | Luce |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
