1998 Mazda MPV vs. 2008 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 4,309 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1998 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda MPV weights approximately 195 kg more than 2008 Ferrari F430.
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, 2008 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda MPV. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda MPV | 2008 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Mazda | Ferrari |
| Model | MPV | F430 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
