1993 Mazda AZ-1 vs. 2009 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda AZ-1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda AZ-1 would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 761 kg more than 1993 Mazda AZ-1.
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, 2009 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda AZ-1. (85 Nm). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda AZ-1. 2009 Ferrari F430 has automatic transmission and 1993 Mazda AZ-1 has manual transmission. 1993 Mazda AZ-1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ferrari F430 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda AZ-1 | 2009 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Mazda | Ferrari |
| Model | AZ-1 | F430 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 4308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 483 HP |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 81 mm |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 311 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 834 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2610 mm |
