1988 Ferrari F40 vs. 1973 Mazda 616
To start off, 1988 Ferrari F40 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 543 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1973 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 596 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari F40 | 1973 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | F40 | 616 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 622 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |
