1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 1967 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 208 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1967 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, 1982 Ferrari 208 (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 1967 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 208 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 55 L |
