1999 Ferrari F50 vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari F50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari F50 would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F50 (671 HP @ 10497 RPM) has 481 more horse power than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F50.
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 F50 (521 Nm @ 8000 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F50 | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | F50 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4698 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 671 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10497 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 371 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 61 L |
