1965 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1973 Mazda Luce is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 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 305 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 250 GTO | Luce |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |
