2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1973 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari F430 | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | F430 | Luce |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
