1995 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (110 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 532 kg more than 1999 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (134 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari 512 TR | 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 512 TR | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1598 cc |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2270 mm |
