1957 Ferrari 246 vs. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 246. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 246 would be higher. At 2,417 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 246 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 246 (277 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (149 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 246 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 535 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 246.
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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1957 Ferrari 246 | 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
Model | 246 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2417 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1250 mm |
Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2340 mm |