1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo (653 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 583 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo weights approximately 680 kg more than 1970 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, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo (815 Nm) has 696 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 512 BBi Turbo | Luce |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 653 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 815 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
