1990 Ferrari 348 vs. 1970 Mazda 616
To start off, 1990 Ferrari 348 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1970 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, 1990 Ferrari 348 (324 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari 348 | 1970 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 348 | 616 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |
