2008 Ferrari 612 vs. 2003 Mazda Roadster
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 612 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Roadster would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (157 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 865 kg more than 2003 Mazda Roadster. 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, 2008 Ferrari 612 (587 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari 612 | 2003 Mazda Roadster | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 612 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 350 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 350 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 48 L |
