2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 1998 Mazda 626
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda 626 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 414 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 253 kg more than 1998 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ferrari F430 (470 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari F430 | 1998 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | F430 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
