1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1991 Mazda 323
To start off, 1991 Mazda 323 is newer by 32 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 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1991 Mazda 323. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1991 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 275 kg more than 1991 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Mazda 323, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mazda 323. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1991 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 250 GT | 323 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 50 L |
