2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 234 kg more than 1970 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 360 | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 360 | Luce |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
