1998 Ferrari 355 Spider vs. 1997 Mazda MPV
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 3,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1997 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda MPV weights approximately 32 kg more than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider.
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, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (363 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda MPV. (228 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider | 1997 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 355 Spider | MPV |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2850 mm |
