1989 Ferrari 208 vs. 1978 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1989 Ferrari 208 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1978 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1978 Mazda RX-7. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1978 Mazda RX-7. 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, 1989 Ferrari 208 (328 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari 208 | 1978 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 208 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 65 L |
