1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1962 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1962 Mazda R 360 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1962 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1962 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 845 kg more than 1962 Mazda R 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (245 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 1962 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 250 GT | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 63 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
