1987 Ferrari F40 vs. 1980 Mazda 929
To start off, 1987 Ferrari F40 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 929 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 389 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda 929 weights approximately 46 kg more than 1987 Ferrari F40.
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 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ferrari F40 | 1980 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
Model | F40 | 929 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2936 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 472 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 65 L |