2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1998 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda Laputa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda Laputa would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 433 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 940 kg more than 1998 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ferrari 550 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Ferrari 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Laputa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (597 Nm) has 534 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 550 | 1998 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 550 | Laputa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2370 mm |
