1994 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 22 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 4,943 cc, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 520 kg more than 1972 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari 512 TR | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 512 TR | Luce |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1489 cc |
| Horse Power | 423 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
