2007 Ford F-450 vs. 1976 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 2007 Ford F-450 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda RX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda RX-3 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-450 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1976 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda RX-3.
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 Ford F-450 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-450 | 1976 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | F-450 | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3590 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 65 L |
