1956 Maserati 250 vs. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Maserati 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Maserati 250 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Maserati 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Maserati 250 (267 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 250 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 477 kg more than 1956 Maserati 250.
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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1956 Maserati 250 | 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Maserati | Mazda |
Model | 250 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1147 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2270 mm |