1973 Mazda RX-3 vs. 2011 Ford F-450
To start off, 2011 Ford F-450 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda RX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda RX-3 would be higher. At 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1973 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda RX-3.
Because 2011 Ford F-450 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mazda RX-3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 950 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda RX-3 | 2011 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | RX-3 | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 4379 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 142 L |
