1985 Ferrari 400 vs. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,822 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (164 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 400 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, 1985 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ferrari 400 | 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
Model | 400 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4822 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 50 L |