1987 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1973 Mazda 616
To start off, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 616 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 191 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 363 kg more than 1973 Mazda 616. 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1973 Mazda 616 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
Model | 328 GTS | 616 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3184 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2480 mm |