2001 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1969 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2001 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 595 kg more than 1969 Mazda Luce. 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, 2001 Ferrari Maranello (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari Maranello | 1969 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | Maranello | Luce |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 55 L |
