1991 Ferrari F40 vs. 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 2,936 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2000 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, 1991 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (161 Nm). This means 1991 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari F40 | 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | F40 | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2936 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 472 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 58 L |
