2007 Audi S6 vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2007 Audi S6 is newer by 34 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S6 weights approximately 590 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, 2007 Audi S6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi S6 | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Audi | Mazda |
Model | S6 | Luce |
Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |