1980 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Chante 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 325 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 960 kg more than 1975 Mazda Chante. 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 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 512 BB | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 512 BB | Chante |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2210 mm |
