1977 Mazda 323 vs. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 526 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 323. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia weights approximately 673 kg more than 1977 Mazda 323. 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 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 323. (69 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 323 | 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Mazda | Ferrari |
| Model | 323 | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 983 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 812 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1214 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 86 L |
