1973 Ferrari 308 vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 1995 Mazda 626 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 308 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 94 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (161 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda 626 weights approximately 1 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 308.
Because 1973 Ferrari 308 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Ferrari 308. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Mazda 626, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Ferrari 308 (283 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1973 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari 308 | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 308 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
