1999 Ferrari F50 vs. 2008 Mazda DrifterX
To start off, 2008 Mazda DrifterX is newer by 9 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda DrifterX weights approximately 480 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 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda DrifterX. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda DrifterX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F50 | 2008 Mazda DrifterX | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | F50 | DrifterX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4698 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 671 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 371 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 80 L |
