1988 Ferrari F40 vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 1988 Ferrari F40 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 323 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 569 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1981 Mazda 323. 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 641 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari F40 | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | F40 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1069 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 622 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2370 mm |
