1999 Ferrari 360 vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1999 Ferrari 360 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 3,588 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1971 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, 1999 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari 360 | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 360 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3588 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |
