1983 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 465 more horse power than 1983 Mazda RX-7. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia weights approximately 425 kg more than 1983 Mazda RX-7. 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, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Mazda RX-7 | 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
Make | Mazda | Ferrari |
Model | RX-7 | 458 Italia |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2292 cc | 4500 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 570 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4526 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1938 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1214 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 86 L |