1967 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2004 Mazda 6 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 365 GT (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 190 kg more than 2004 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Ferrari 365 GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Ferrari 365 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Ferrari 365 GT (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 6. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ferrari 365 GT | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 365 GT | 6 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |
