1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1995 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1995 Mazda RX-7. (238 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 100 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-7. 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 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 1995 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 512 BB | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2616 cc |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 77 L |
