1983 Ferrari 400 vs. 1991 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1991 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1991 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (116 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1991 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 875 kg more than 1991 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, 1983 Ferrari 400 (393 Nm) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (130 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ferrari 400 | 1991 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
Model | 400 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1983 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 130 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 50 L |