1960 Ferrari 250 GTE vs. 1977 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 1977 Mazda RX-3 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE (232 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1977 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE weights approximately 578 kg more than 1977 Mazda RX-3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE | 1977 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 250 GTE | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 65 L |
