1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 1975 Mazda 929
To start off, 1979 Ferrari 400 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 929 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 227 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 903 kg more than 1975 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 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 400 | 1975 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 400 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1973 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 55 L |
