2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano vs. 1974 Mazda RX-4
To start off, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 497 more horse power than 1974 Mazda RX-4. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda RX-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano weights approximately 655 kg more than 1974 Mazda RX-4. 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, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano | 1974 Mazda RX-4 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 599 GTB Fiorano | RX-4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
