1972 Ferrari Dino vs. 1997 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1997 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1997 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1972 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1972 Ferrari Dino. 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, 1997 Mazda RX-7 (271 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 1997 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ferrari Dino | 1997 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | Dino | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2430 mm |
