1976 Ferrari 308 vs. 2000 Mazda 626
To start off, 2000 Mazda 626 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda 626 weights approximately 21 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 308.
Because 2000 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda 626 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Mazda 626 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 308 | 2000 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 308 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2620 mm |
