1984 Mazda 929 vs. 2013 Ferrari 458
To start off, 2013 Ferrari 458 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 4,499 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ferrari 458 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ferrari 458 (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 481 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ferrari 458 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ferrari 458 weights approximately 228 kg more than 1984 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Ferrari 458 (540 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Ferrari 458 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda 929 | 2013 Ferrari 458 | |
| Make | Mazda | Ferrari |
| Model | 929 | 458 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 4499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4527 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1937 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1213 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
