1962 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1978 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1978 Mazda Familia is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO weights approximately 111 kg more than 1978 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1978 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 250 GTO | Familia |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2270 mm |
