1983 Ferrari 400 vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2004 Mazda 6 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 6. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 800 kg more than 2004 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1983 Ferrari 400 (393 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 6. (380 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 400 | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 400 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
