2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello vs. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello would be higher. At 5,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello weights approximately 605 kg more than 2005 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, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello (589 Nm) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (170 Nm). This means 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello | 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 575M Maranello | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5747 cc | 1835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 48 L |
