1992 Ferrari F40 vs. 2002 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2002 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 2,934 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2002 Mazda RX-8. (238 HP @ 8200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 238 kg more than 1992 Ferrari F40.
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, 1992 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ferrari F40 | 2002 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
Model | F40 | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2934 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 472 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8200 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1338 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 61 L |