1980 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 313 kg more than 2010 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 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata has automatic transmission and 1980 Ferrari 512 BB has manual transmission. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 512 BB | 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 512 BB | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1139 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3995 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2329 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 48 L |
