1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (396 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (112 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 485 kg more than 2005 Mazda Drifter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
Model | 500 Superfast | Drifter |
Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4963 cc | 2499 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 21.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1055 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |