2002 Ferrari 456M vs. 2002 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2002 Ferrari 456M and 2002 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,499 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 456M (400 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 6. (120 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 350 kg more than 2002 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ferrari 456M 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 2002 Ferrari 456M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Ferrari 456M (551 Nm) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 6. (168 Nm). This means 2002 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ferrari 456M | 2002 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
Model | 456M | 6 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5499 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 551 Nm | 168 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 64 L |