2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 1992 Mazda AZ-1
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mazda AZ-1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mazda AZ-1 would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (503 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 440 more horse power than 1992 Mazda AZ-1. (63 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda AZ-1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 738 kg more than 1992 Mazda AZ-1. 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, 2009 Ferrari F430 (470 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda AZ-1. (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda AZ-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari F430 | 1992 Mazda AZ-1 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | F430 | AZ-1 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 66 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.6 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2240 mm |
