1990 Ferrari F40 vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1990 Ferrari F40 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 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 552 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 50 kg more than 1990 Ferrari F40.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 602 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari F40 | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | F40 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 622 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
