1968 Ferrari 365 GTB vs. 1992 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1992 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1992 Mazda RX-7. (197 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 103 kg more than 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB.
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 GTB (431 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda RX-7. (270 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB | 1992 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 365 GTB | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2615 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 347 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1197 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 75 L |
