2008 Maserati Coupe vs. 1974 Mazda 929
To start off, 2008 Maserati Coupe is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Coupe (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 420 kg more than 1974 Mazda 929. 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 Maserati Coupe (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Maserati Coupe | 1974 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | Coupe | 929 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 65 L |
