1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico vs. 1985 Mazda 323
To start off, 1985 Mazda 323 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico would be higher. At 4,101 cc (12 cylinders), 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico (279 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico weights approximately 150 kg more than 1985 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico | 1985 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 340 Mexico | 323 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4101 cc | 1070 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2370 mm |
