1996 Ferrari F512 M vs. 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari F512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F512 M would be higher. At 7,255 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F512 M (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (112 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F512 M weights approximately 490 kg more than 1998 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, 1996 Ferrari F512 M (719 Nm) has 595 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (124 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F512 M | 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | F512 M | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7255 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 719 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2270 mm |
