1977 Ferrari 308 vs. 1987 Mazda 929
To start off, 1987 Mazda 929 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari 308 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (163 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1977 Ferrari 308.
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, 1977 Ferrari 308 (266 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ferrari 308 | 1987 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 308 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2720 mm |
