1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 1974 Mazda 929
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 400 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 929 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 252 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1974 Mazda 929. 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) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 929. (134 Nm). This means 1976 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 400 | 1974 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 400 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4822 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 55 L |
