1994 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1996 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1996 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ferrari 512 TR 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 185 more horse power than 1996 Mazda RX-7. (238 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 260 kg more than 1996 Mazda RX-7. 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, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ferrari 512 TR | 1996 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
Model | 512 TR | RX-7 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2616 cc |
Horse Power | 423 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2430 mm |