2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello vs. 1978 Mazda 626
To start off, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello is newer by 24 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 5,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 429 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello 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, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello | 1978 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
Model | 575M Maranello | 626 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5747 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 508 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 589 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2520 mm |