1976 Mazda 818 vs. 2011 Ferrari California
To start off, 2011 Ferrari California is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari California weights approximately 733 kg more than 1976 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, 2011 Ferrari California (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 818 | 2011 Ferrari California | |
| Make | Mazda | Ferrari |
| Model | 818 | California |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 460 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4562 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1308 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2670 mm |
