1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (159 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 445 kg more than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast | 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 500 Superfast | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
