1989 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 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 370 more horse power than 1989 Mazda RX-7. (200 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia weights approximately 200 kg more than 1989 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 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda RX-7. (264 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Mazda RX-7 | 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
Make | Mazda | Ferrari |
Model | RX-7 | 458 Italia |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2614 cc | 4500 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 570 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 9000 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4526 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1938 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1214 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2649 mm |