1987 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1972 Mazda 818
To start off, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 590 kg more than 1972 Mazda 818. 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 Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari Testarossa | 1972 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | Testarossa | 818 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2320 mm |
