1985 Ferrari 400 vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 1994 Mazda 323 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1994 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm). This means 1985 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 400 | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 400 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
