1972 Ferrari 365 GTC vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 1981 Mazda 323 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC (335 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC weights approximately 600 kg more than 1981 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC (430 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 365 GTC | 323 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1069 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2370 mm |
