1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 1981 Mazda 323 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda 323 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 250 Testarossa | 323 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1069 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2370 mm |
