2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 2008 Mazda 6
To start off, 2008 Mazda 6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari 550 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 337 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 6. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 334 kg more than 2008 Mazda 6. 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, 2008 Mazda 6, 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 413 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 6. (184 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 550 | 2008 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 550 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2680 mm |
