2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 1990 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 4,306 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1990 Mazda RX-7. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1990 Mazda RX-7. 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 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda RX-7. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari F430 | 1990 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | F430 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4306 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
