1976 Ferrari 308 vs. 2012 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2012 Mazda Premacy is newer by 36 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 118 more horse power than 2012 Mazda Premacy. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 20 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 308.
Because 1976 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 1976 Ferrari 308. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda Premacy, 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, 1976 Ferrari 308 (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda Premacy. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 308 | 2012 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 308 | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |
