1974 Ferrari 308 vs. 2004 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2300 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 78 kg more than 1974 Ferrari 308.
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, 1974 Ferrari 308 (290 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm). This means 1974 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ferrari 308 | 2004 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 308 | B2300 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1443 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3200 mm |
