2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello vs. 2006 Mazda 3
To start off, 2006 Mazda 3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 403 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 3. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello weights approximately 614 kg more than 2006 Mazda 3. 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, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 3. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello | 2006 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 575M Maranello | 3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 55 L |
