1963 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 1974 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 1974 Mazda RX-3 is newer by 11 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 217 more horse power than 1974 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda RX-3.
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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ferrari 250 LM | 1974 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 250 LM | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3286 cc | 1962 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 65 L |
