2005 Ferrari 612 vs. 1973 Mazda 818
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 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 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 473 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 960 kg more than 1973 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 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 612 | 1973 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 612 | 818 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2320 mm |
