1980 Ferrari 400 vs. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,821 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 720 kg more than 2004 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, 1980 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (170 Nm). This means 1980 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ferrari 400 | 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
Model | 400 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4821 cc | 1835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 170 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 48 L |