1994 Ferrari F355 vs. 2004 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2300 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 93 kg more than 1994 Ferrari F355.
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, 1994 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm). This means 1994 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari F355 | 2004 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | F355 | B2300 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1443 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 74 L |
