1960 Ferrari 250 GTE vs. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE (232 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 241 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE (245 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (171 Nm). This means 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ferrari 250 GTE | 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
Model | 250 GTE | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 171 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 85.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1671 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2270 mm |