1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 2009 Mazda Tribute

To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 415 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute 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, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute. 2009 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast has manual transmission. 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast 2009 Mazda Tribute
Make Ferrari Mazda
Model 500 Superfast Tribute
Year Released 1966 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4963 cc 2483 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 395 HP 171 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 475 Nm 232 Nm
Torque RPM 4750 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 8.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 1125 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 62 L