1974 Mazda RX-2 vs. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 451 more horse power than 1974 Mazda RX-2. (119 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda RX-2.
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, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda RX-2 | 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Mazda | Ferrari |
| Model | RX-2 | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1938 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2649 mm |
