1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1996 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1996 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1996 Mazda RX-7. (238 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 288 kg more than 1996 Mazda RX-7. 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, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1996 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 77 L |
