1969 Ferrari 365 GTC vs. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (139 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 265 kg more than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC.
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, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (168 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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1969 Ferrari 365 GTC | 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
Model | 365 GTC | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1837 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |