2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica vs. 1976 Mazda 818
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica (534 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 466 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 818.
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, 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica | 1976 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 575 Superamerica | 818 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 534 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2320 mm |
