1984 Ferrari 400 vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2010 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 36 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 400.
Because 2010 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 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, 1984 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda BT-50. (330 Nm). This means 1984 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 400 | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 400 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 70 L |
