1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 vs. 1993 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1993 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 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 102 more horse power than 1993 Mazda RX-7. (238 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1993 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, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 (423 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda RX-7. (297 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 | 1993 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 365 GTC 4 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 259 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 55 L |
