2001 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1974 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 2001 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda RX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda RX-3 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 378 more horse power than 1974 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 795 kg more than 1974 Mazda RX-3. 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 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari Maranello | 1974 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | Maranello | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 1962 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 65 L |
