2007 Ferrari F430 vs. 1969 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2007 Ferrari F430 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 413 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1969 Mazda Luce. 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 F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ferrari F430 | 1969 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | F430 | Luce |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| 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 | 1450 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 57 L |
