1986 Mazda 929 vs. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929.
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, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (259 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mazda 929 | 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Mazda | Ferrari |
| Model | 929 | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1938 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2649 mm |
