1963 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 1971 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1971 Mazda RX-2 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 3,286 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 250 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1971 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda RX-2 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 250 LM.
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, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM (314 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda RX-2. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ferrari 250 LM | 1971 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 250 LM | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3286 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
