1990 Ferrari F1 90 vs. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari F1 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari F1 90 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari F1 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari F1 90 (671 HP @ 12750 RPM) has 504 more horse power than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari F1 90 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 620 kg more than 1990 Ferrari F1 90.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari F1 90 | 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | F1 90 | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 671 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 12750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 505 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2140 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2340 mm |
