1992 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1976 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda RX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda RX-3 would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1976 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 665 kg more than 1976 Mazda RX-3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 512 TR | 1976 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 512 TR | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 65 L |
