1995 Mazda 626 vs. 1993 Ferrari 456
To start off, 1995 Mazda 626 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ferrari 456. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ferrari 456 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ferrari 456 (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1995 Mazda 626. 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 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda 626 | 1993 Ferrari 456 | |
| Make | Mazda | Ferrari |
| Model | 626 | 456 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 110 L |
