1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 1976 Mazda RX-4
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F355 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda RX-4 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 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1976 Mazda RX-4. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda RX-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1976 Mazda RX-4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari F355 | 1976 Mazda RX-4 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
Model | F355 | RX-4 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |