1966 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1993 Mazda 626
To start off, 1993 Mazda 626 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626.
Because 1993 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mazda 626 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 626. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 250 GTO | 626 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 60 L |
