2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe 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 427 more horse power than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. 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 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 612 | 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 612 | RX 4 Coupe |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5746 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
