1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1971 Mazda Luce is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 540 kg more than 1971 Mazda Luce. 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 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
Model | 400 Superamerica | Luce |
Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2510 mm |