1992 Ferrari 456 vs. 1979 Mazda 929
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 456 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1979 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 456 | 1979 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 456 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 55 L |
