2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1992 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1992 Mazda RX-7. (197 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1992 Mazda RX-7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda RX-7. (270 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ferrari 550 | 1992 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
Model | 550 | RX-7 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 2615 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 478 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 75 L |