1979 Ferrari 308 vs. 1986 Mazda 929
To start off, 1986 Mazda 929 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1986 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Ferrari 308 (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 308 | 1986 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 308 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2620 mm |
