1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 1998 Mazda MPV
To start off, 1998 Mazda MPV is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 400 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 (315 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1998 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 98 kg more than 1998 Mazda MPV. 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, 1979 Ferrari 400 (412 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda MPV. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ferrari 400 | 1998 Mazda MPV | |
Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
Model | 400 | MPV |
Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 412 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |