2009 Ferrari 612 vs. 1986 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 612 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda RX-7 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 348 more horse power than 1986 Mazda RX-7. (185 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda RX-7.
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, 2009 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda RX-7. (246 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 612 | 1986 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 612 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 533 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2430 mm |
