1968 Ferrari 365 GTB vs. 2000 Mazda 626
To start off, 2000 Mazda 626 is newer by 32 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 247 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda 626 weights approximately 189 kg more than 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB.
Because 2000 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda 626 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, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB (431 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda 626. (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB | 2000 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 365 GTB | 626 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 347 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1197 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 58 L |
