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Ferrari Roma Convertible vs Mazda MX-5 Coupe comparison

Compare performance (620 HP vs 132 HP), boot space and price (207,700 £ vs 31,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ferrari Roma Convertible or Mazda MX-5 Coupe?

Ferrari Roma Convertible vs Mazda MX-5 Coupe: Key differences

Ferrari Roma Convertible

  • substantially more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially more trunk space
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Mazda MX-5 Coupe

  • considerably cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • significantly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Roma Convertible

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mazda MX-5 Coupe is considerably cheaper – starting at 31,400 £ , while the Ferrari Roma Convertible costs 207,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 176,337 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda MX-5 Coupe uses 6.2 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Ferrari Roma Convertible with 10.3 L/100km. The difference is about 4.1 L/100km.

MX-5 Coupe

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Ferrari Roma Convertible offers substantially more power – delivering 620 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 488 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ferrari Roma Convertible is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the Mazda MX-5 Coupe takes 8.6 s. That’s about 5.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ferrari Roma Convertible delivers significantly more torque with 760 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 608 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Ferrari Roma Convertible offers more seats – 4 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Coupe is significantly lighter – 1,114 kg compared to 1,654 kg. The difference is around 540 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Ferrari Roma Convertible offers substantially more boot space – 272 L compared to 127 L. That’s a difference of about 145 L.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda MX-5 Coupe is decisively ahead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £31,400
MX-5 Coupe

Mazda MX-5 Coupe

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 132 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.2 L/100km
Ferrari Roma Convertible
Mazda MX-5 Coupe

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Ferrari Roma Convertible

The Ferrari Roma Spider dresses the marque’s drama in a restrained, almost polite suit, folding its roof away to reveal a cabin that feels as civilized as it does intoxicating. Behind the wheel it serves grand touring manners with a playful shove and soundtrack, perfect for drivers who want thrilling Ferrari emotion without the daily fuss.

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Mazda MX-5 Coupe

The Mazda MX-5 is a delightfully pure driver's car, wrapped in a compact package and tuned to make steering inputs feel like a conversation rather than a chore. It won’t overwhelm you with gadgetry, but what it delivers—nimble handling, instant feedback and an honest grin every time you drive—makes it a brilliant choice for anyone who values fun over flash.

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Ferrari Roma Convertible
Mazda MX-5 Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
207,700 £
Price
31,400 - 36,700 £
Consumption L/100km
10.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
234 g/km
co2
140 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
80 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Convertible
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
4
Seats
2
Doors
2
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,654 kg
Curb weight
1,114 kg
Trunk capacity
272 L
Trunk capacity
127 L
Length
4,656 mm
Length
-
Width
1,974 mm
Width
1,735 mm
Height
1,306 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
-
Payload
166 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
620 HP
Power HP
132 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.6 s
Max Speed
320 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
760 Nm
Torque
152 Nm
Number of Cylinders
8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
456 kW
Power kW
97 kW
Engine capacity
3,855 cm3
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Ferrari
Brand
Mazda
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