1992 Ferrari F40 vs. 1969 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1992 Ferrari F40 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,934 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 402 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1969 Mazda Luce. 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 F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari F40 | 1969 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | F40 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2934 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 472 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 55 L |
