1975 Ferrari 308 vs. 1998 Mazda 626
To start off, 1998 Mazda 626 is newer by 23 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 166 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1998 Mazda 626. 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ferrari 308 | 1998 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 308 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2620 mm |
