1987 Ferrari F40 vs. 2000 Mazda Protege
To start off, 2000 Mazda Protege is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 2,936 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 372 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Protege. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Protege. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Protege weights approximately 681 kg more than 1987 Ferrari F40.
Because 1987 Ferrari F40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Ferrari F40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Protege, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Protege. (164 Nm). This means 1987 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Protege. 2000 Mazda Protege has automatic transmission and 1987 Ferrari F40 has manual transmission. 1987 Ferrari F40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mazda Protege will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari F40 | 2000 Mazda Protege | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | F40 | Protege |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2936 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 472 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2680 mm |
