2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena vs. 1978 Mazda 626
To start off, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 3,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena weights approximately 520 kg more than 1978 Mazda 626. 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 KS 360 Modena (773 Nm) has 631 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (142 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626. 1978 Mazda 626 has automatic transmission and 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena has manual transmission. 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Mazda 626 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena | 1978 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
Model | KS 360 Modena | 626 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3572 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 773 Nm | 142 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2520 mm |