1989 Ferrari Mythos vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Mythos is newer by 8 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 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Mythos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mythos (376 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mythos should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Mythos weights approximately 400 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, 1989 Ferrari Mythos (480 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mythos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari Mythos | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | Mythos | 323 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1069 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2370 mm |
