1975 Ferrari 308 vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 1978 Mazda 929 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1978 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Ferrari 308 (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ferrari 308 | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 308 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |
