1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 1970 Mazda 616
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F355 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (380 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1970 Mazda 616. 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 F355 (364 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 616. (124 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F355 | 1970 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | F355 | 616 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |
