1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 vs. 1969 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 (340 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1969 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 (423 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 | 1969 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 365 GTC 4 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2618 cc |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |
