2005 Ferrari 612 vs. 1972 Mazda 818
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (515 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 436 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1972 Mazda 818. 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, 2005 Ferrari 612 (568 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ferrari 612 | 1972 Mazda 818 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
Model | 612 | 818 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5748 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 515 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 568 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2320 mm |