1980 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 2008 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2008 Mazda B2300 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 512 BB 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 211 more horse power than 2008 Mazda B2300. (144 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda B2300.
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, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 512 BB | 2008 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 512 BB | B2300 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2266 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 62 L |
