1984 Ferrari 288 GTO vs. 1979 Mazda 121
To start off, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 2,855 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 121. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO weights approximately 91 kg more than 1979 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (506 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 121. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ferrari 288 GTO | 1979 Mazda 121 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
Model | 288 GTO | 121 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2855 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |