1987 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1969 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 3,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 18 kg more than 1969 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1969 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 328 GTS | Luce |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3184 cc | 2618 cc |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2590 mm |
