1982 Ferrari 308 vs. 1987 Mazda 929
To start off, 1987 Mazda 929 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 308 (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 308.
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, 1982 Ferrari 308 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ferrari 308 | 1987 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
Model | 308 | 929 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2183 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2720 mm |