2004 Ferrari 360 vs. 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2011 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, 2004 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ferrari 360 | 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
Model | 360 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3586 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 190 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3995 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1245 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2329 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 48 L |