1964 Ferrari GTO vs. 2000 Mazda 626
To start off, 2000 Mazda 626 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1964 Ferrari GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari GTO (301 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari GTO should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda 626 weights approximately 508 kg more than 1964 Ferrari GTO.
Because 2000 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Ferrari GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda 626 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Mazda 626 (392 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari GTO. (255 Nm). This means 2000 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ferrari GTO | 2000 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | GTO | 626 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 878 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
