1987 Ferrari F40 vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1987 Ferrari F40 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,936 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 44 kg more than 1968 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 F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari F40 | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | F40 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2936 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 472 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 55 L |
