2008 Audi A6 vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 36 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 740 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, 2008 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A6 | Luce |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
