1964 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1973 Mazda Luce is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 255 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 250 GTO | Luce |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2510 mm |
