2008 Ferrari 612 vs. 1968 Mazda 1000
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 612 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 987 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mazda 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 492 more horse power than 1968 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 1215 kg more than 1968 Mazda 1000. 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, 2008 Ferrari 612 (587 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari 612 | 1968 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 612 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 350 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 55 L |
