1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 400 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 400 (340 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 641 kg more than 1970 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 400 | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 400 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2590 mm |
