1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1992 Mazda 626
To start off, 1992 Mazda 626 is newer by 33 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 120 more horse power than 1992 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 45 kg more than 1992 Mazda 626. 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, 1992 Mazda 626, 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda 626. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1992 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 250 GT | 626 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
