1996 Ferrari F50 vs. 1997 Mazda Levante
To start off, 1997 Mazda Levante is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari F50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F50 would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F50 (750 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 612 more horse power than 1997 Mazda Levante. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda Levante weights approximately 353 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F50.
Because 1997 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ferrari F50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mazda Levante will offer significantly more control. 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 F50 (520 Nm) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda Levante. 1997 Mazda Levante has automatic transmission and 1996 Ferrari F50 has manual transmission. 1996 Ferrari F50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Mazda Levante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Ferrari F50 | 1997 Mazda Levante | |
Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
Model | F50 | Levante |
Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4698 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 750 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 10500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 190 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2230 mm |