1996 Ferrari F50 vs. 1969 Mazda Familia

To start off, 1996 Ferrari F50 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F50 (750 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 693 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F50 weights approximately 117 kg more than 1969 Mazda Familia. 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 F50 (520 Nm) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Ferrari F50 1969 Mazda Familia
Make Ferrari Mazda
Model F50 Familia
Year Released 1996 1969
Body Type Roadster Coupe
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4698 cc 985 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 750 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 10500 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 520 Nm 81 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 907 kg 790 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 3710 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1470 mm
Vehicle Height 1100 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 2200 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 110 L 55 L


 

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