2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 323 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 347 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena weights approximately 840 kg more than 1981 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 KS 360 Modena (773 Nm) has 694 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | KS 360 Modena | 323 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3572 cc | 1069 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 773 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2370 mm |
