1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 1993 Mazda 626
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F355 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda 626 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 270 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1993 Mazda 626. 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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 626. (168 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F355 | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | F355 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 98 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |
