1996 Ferrari 512 M vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 24 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 4,942 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 405 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, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari 512 M | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 512 M | Luce |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1489 cc |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 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 |
