1967 Ferrari 312 vs. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari 312 would be higher. At 2,989 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 312 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 312 (355 HP @ 10000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (153 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 312 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 505 kg more than 1967 Ferrari 312.
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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1967 Ferrari 312 | 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
Model | 312 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2989 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 10000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 880 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |