2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (142 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 387 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (168 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 360 | 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 360 | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 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 | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1671 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |
