1994 Ferrari F512 M vs. 1973 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 1994 Ferrari F512 M is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda RX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda RX-3 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Ferrari F512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari F512 M (440 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1973 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari F512 M weights approximately 603 kg more than 1973 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, 1994 Ferrari F512 M (499 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari F512 M | 1973 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | F512 M | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 440 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 65 L |
