1980 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1969 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 197 kg more than 1969 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 512 BB | 1969 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 512 BB | Luce |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2618 cc |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2590 mm |
