2001 Ferrari F550 vs. 1970 Mazda 616
To start off, 2001 Ferrari F550 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari F550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari F550 (485 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 406 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari F550 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari F550 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1970 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Ferrari F550 (570 Nm) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 616. (124 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari F550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari F550 | 1970 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | F550 | 616 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
