1987 Ferrari F40 vs. 1977 Mazda 323
To start off, 1987 Ferrari F40 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 323 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 428 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 323. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 292 kg more than 1977 Mazda 323. 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 F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 323. (69 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari F40 | 1977 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | F40 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2936 cc | 983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 472 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 40 L |
