2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 5,746 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 452 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1973 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 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 612 | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 612 | Luce |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5746 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
