1968 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1995 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT (320 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1995 Mazda RX-7. (238 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 164 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-7. 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, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ferrari 365 GT | 1995 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
Model | 365 GT | RX-7 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 77 L |