1999 Ferrari F355 vs. 1996 Mazda MPV
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F355 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 3,589 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F355 (396 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1996 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda MPV weights approximately 310 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F355.
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, 1999 Ferrari F355 (373 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda MPV. (228 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F355 | 1996 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | F355 | MPV |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1720 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 |
