1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1970 Mazda Luce is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 575 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (206 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Luce |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2590 mm |
