2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena vs. 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 3,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena weights approximately 570 kg more than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 KS 360 Modena (773 Nm) has 532 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (241 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena | 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | KS 360 Modena | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3572 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 773 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2270 mm |
