2009 Ferrari 456M vs. 2007 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 456M is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 456M (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (232 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
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, 2009 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 456M | 2007 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 456M | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 436 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 22 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 60 L |
