1955 Ferrari D 50 vs. 2011 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2011 Mazda B2300 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ferrari D 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ferrari D 50 would be higher. At 2,486 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Ferrari D 50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ferrari D 50 (262 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2011 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari D 50 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1955 Ferrari D 50.
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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1955 Ferrari D 50 | 2011 Mazda B2300 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
Model | D 50 | B2300 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 2486 cc | 2266 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2840 mm |