1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1965 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1965 Mazda Familia is newer by 8 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 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 388 kg more than 1965 Mazda Familia. 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 (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 1965 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 250 GT | Familia |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2200 mm |
