2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1975 Mazda 929
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1975 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ferrari 550 (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ferrari 550 | 1975 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
Model | 550 | 929 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 478 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 55 L |