2008 Mazda DrifterX vs. 1992 Ferrari 456
To start off, 2008 Mazda DrifterX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari 456. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari 456 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 Mazda DrifterX.
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, 1992 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda DrifterX. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda DrifterX. 1992 Ferrari 456 has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda DrifterX has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda DrifterX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Ferrari 456 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda DrifterX | 1992 Ferrari 456 | |
| Make | Mazda | Ferrari |
| Model | DrifterX | 456 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 436 HP |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 110 L |
