1995 Ferrari 512 M vs. 1972 Mazda 818
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (435 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 585 kg more than 1972 Mazda 818. 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (510 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ferrari 512 M | 1972 Mazda 818 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
Model | 512 M | 818 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1586 cc |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2320 mm |