1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1983 Mazda 929
To start off, 1983 Mazda 929 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 127 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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1983 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
Model | 250 GT | 929 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |