1981 Mazda 323 vs. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 517 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 323 | 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Mazda | Ferrari |
| Model | 323 | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1069 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1938 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2649 mm |
