1954 Ferrari 625 F1 vs. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 625 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 (247 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 547 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 625 F1.
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.
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1954 Ferrari 625 F1 | 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
Model | 625 F1 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1147 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2270 mm |