1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 1972 Mazda 818
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 400 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 4,822 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 400 (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1972 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 400 (422 Nm) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (92 Nm). This means 1976 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 400 | 1972 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 400 | 818 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4822 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2320 mm |
