1996 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1996 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 372 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 390 kg more than 1972 Mazda Luce. 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 Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari Maranello | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | Maranello | Luce |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2590 mm |
