1977 Mazda 121 vs. 2012 Ferrari California
To start off, 2012 Ferrari California is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 121. (86 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ferrari California weights approximately 605 kg more than 1977 Mazda 121. 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, 2012 Ferrari California (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 121. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 121 | 2012 Ferrari California | |
| Make | Mazda | Ferrari |
| Model | 121 | California |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 460 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4562 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1308 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
