2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 1978 Mazda 616
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (503 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 424 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 546 kg more than 1978 Mazda 616. 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 F430 (470 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari F430 | 1978 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | F430 | 616 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |
