2005 Ford GT vs. 1974 Mazda 616
To start off, 2005 Ford GT is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (551 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 472 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford GT weights approximately 672 kg more than 1974 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford GT (678 Nm) has 554 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 616. (124 Nm). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford GT | 1974 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | GT | 616 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 551 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2480 mm |
