1996 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1986 Mazda 929
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (145 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929.
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, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari 512 TR | 1986 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 512 TR | 929 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1997 cc |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2720 mm |
