1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1983 Mazda 929
To start off, 1983 Mazda 929 is newer by 26 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 191 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 30 kg more than 1983 Mazda 929. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 1983 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 250 GT | 929 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
