2009 Ferrari 612 vs. 1962 Mazda R 360
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 612 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 517 more horse power than 1962 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1962 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 1545 kg more than 1962 Mazda R 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 567 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 612 | 1962 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 612 | R 360 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 533 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 63 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 55 L |
