2009 Mazda 6 vs. 2011 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 599 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 599 (652 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 491 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 6. (161 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 6.
Because 2009 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ferrari 599. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Ferrari 599 (620 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 6. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 6. 2009 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2011 Ferrari 599 has manual transmission. 2011 Ferrari 599 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 6 | 2011 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Mazda | Ferrari |
| Model | 6 | 599 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 652 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 335 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 3.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1336 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 105 L |
