2001 Ferrari 360 vs. 2001 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2001 Ferrari 360 and 2001 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (380 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 6. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2001 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ferrari 360 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 2001 Ferrari 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Ferrari 360 (375 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari 360 | 2001 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 360 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 293 km/hour | 208 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 | 1450 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |
