1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 1971 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 1979 Ferrari 400 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1971 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 1013 kg more than 1971 Mazda 110 S. 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 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 400 | 1971 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 400 | 110 S |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1973 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |
