2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 1997 Mazda 626
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda 626 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 443 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1997 Mazda 626. 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 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 626. (151 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 612 | 1997 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 612 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5747 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 532 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2620 mm |
