2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 323 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 366 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1994 Mazda 323. 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 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 550 | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 550 | 323 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
