1964 Ferrari GTO vs. 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1964 Ferrari GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari GTO (301 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari GTO should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 147 kg more than 1964 Ferrari GTO.
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, 1964 Ferrari GTO (255 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (162 Nm). This means 1964 Ferrari GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Ferrari GTO | 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
Model | GTO | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1964 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 162 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 878 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |