1989 Maserati 430 vs. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Maserati 430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Maserati 430 would be higher. At 2,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Maserati 430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Maserati 430 (247 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati 430 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Maserati 430 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2008 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, 1989 Maserati 430 (375 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati 430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Maserati 430 | 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Maserati | Mazda |
Model | 430 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
Engine Size | 2789 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 375 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1250 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2340 mm |