1971 Ferrari 365 GTC vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC (335 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC weights approximately 195 kg more than 1970 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 (430 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 365 GTC | Luce |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2590 mm |
