1999 Ferrari F399 vs. 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari F399. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari F399 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F399 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F399 (750 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 583 more horse power than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F399 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 519 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F399.
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 F399 (373 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F399 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ferrari F399 | 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
Model | F399 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 750 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 190 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 606 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3995 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1245 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2329 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 48 L |