2002 Ferrari 360 vs. 1997 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2002 Ferrari 360 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 3,573 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1997 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda MPV weights approximately 382 kg more than 2002 Ferrari 360.
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, 2002 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda MPV. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari 360 | 1997 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 360 | MPV |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3573 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2850 mm |
