1975 Ferrari 208 vs. 1986 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1986 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,354 cc, 1986 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mazda RX-7 (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1975 Ferrari 208. (168 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ferrari 208.
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, 1986 Mazda RX-7 (246 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ferrari 208. (186 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ferrari 208 | 1986 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 208 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2430 mm |
