1960 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1987 Mazda 626
To start off, 1987 Mazda 626 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 250 GT (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 626. (146 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 626 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1960 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 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1960 Ferrari 250 GT (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 626. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ferrari 250 GT | 1987 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 250 GT | 626 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
