2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 1979 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 5,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (532 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 428 more horse power than 1979 Mazda RX-7. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1979 Mazda RX-7. 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, 2003 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 612 | 1979 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 612 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5747 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 532 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 65 L |
