1958 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1984 Mazda 323
To start off, 1984 Mazda 323 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (260 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 463 kg more than 1984 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, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ferrari 250 GT | 1984 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
Model | 250 GT | 323 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1071 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |