1959 Maserati Tipo 61 vs. 1987 Mazda 929
To start off, 1987 Mazda 929 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Maserati Tipo 61. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 would be higher. At 2,890 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 (247 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1959 Maserati Tipo 61.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 | 1987 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | Tipo 61 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2890 cc | 2183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2720 mm |
