1962 Ferrari 250 GTE vs. 2002 Mazda 6
To start off, 2002 Mazda 6 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE (235 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE.
Because 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE 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 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6, 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, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 6. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE | 2002 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 250 GTE | 6 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 64 L |
