1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 1976 Mazda 818
To start off, 1976 Mazda 818 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica would be higher. At 4,962 cc (12 cylinders), 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (336 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica weights approximately 363 kg more than 1976 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 1976 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 410 Superamerica | 818 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4962 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2320 mm |
