1993 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1984 Mazda 323
To start off, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 718 kg more than 1984 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ferrari 512 TR | 1984 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 512 TR | 323 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1071 cc |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2370 mm |
