1987 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari 412 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari 412 GT would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (112 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 830 kg more than 2005 Mazda Drifter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari 412 GT | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 412 GT | Drifter |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2499 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 21.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1055 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 80 L |
