2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 4,309 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (129 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1994 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, 2006 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari F430 | 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | F430 | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4309 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 48 L |
