1963 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1972 Mazda Luce is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO (300 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 200 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 250 GTO | Luce |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
