1973 Ferrari 308 vs. 1972 Mazda 616
To start off, 1973 Ferrari 308 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1972 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Ferrari 308 (283 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari 308 | 1972 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 308 | 616 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
