1975 Ferrari 308 vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 32 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 121 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (134 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 308.
Because 1975 Ferrari 308 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Ferrari 308. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ferrari 308 | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 308 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| 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 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |
