1998 Ferrari 456M vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 456M is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 456M (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 630 kg more than 1968 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, 1998 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 456M | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 456M | Luce |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 55 L |
