1996 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1998 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1998 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1998 Mazda RX-7. (265 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 405 kg more than 1998 Mazda RX-7. 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 Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda RX-7. (294 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari Maranello | 1998 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | Maranello | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 76 L |
