1993 Ferrari 456 vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ferrari 456. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ferrari 456 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ferrari 456 (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (112 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 640 kg more than 2005 Mazda Drifter. 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, 1993 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ferrari 456 | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 456 | Drifter |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 2499 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 21.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1055 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 80 L |
