1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo vs. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo (653 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 489 more horse power than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (164 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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 512 BBi Turbo (815 Nm) has 675 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (140 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo | 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 512 BBi Turbo | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 653 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 815 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |
