1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (380 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (232 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 641 kg more than 2006 Mazda RX-8. 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, 1996 Ferrari F355 (364 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F355 | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | F355 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1311 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
| Top Speed | 294 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
