1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 1973 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F355 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Chante 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 (377 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1973 Mazda Chante. 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 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F355 | 1973 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | F355 | Chante |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2210 mm |
