2000 Ferrari 360 vs. 1983 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 360 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1983 Mazda RX-7. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 284 kg more than 1983 Mazda RX-7. 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, 2000 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ferrari 360 | 1983 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
Model | 360 | RX-7 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3586 cc | 2292 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 65 L |