1966 Ferrari 275 vs. 1984 Mazda 323
To start off, 1984 Mazda 323 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 275. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 275 would be higher. At 3,285 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 275 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 275 (296 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 275 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ferrari 275 weights approximately 323 kg more than 1984 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Ferrari 275 (294 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 323. (79 Nm). This means 1966 Ferrari 275 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 275 | 1984 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 275 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3285 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
