2005 Ferrari F430 vs. 1973 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 2005 Ferrari F430 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda RX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda RX-3 would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari F430 (485 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1973 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 598 kg more than 1973 Mazda RX-3. 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 F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari F430 | 1973 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | F430 | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 65 L |
