1990 Ferrari 348 vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1990 Ferrari 348 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce 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 225 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1972 Mazda Luce. 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari 348 | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 348 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
