1952 Rolls-Royce Phantom vs. 2010 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2010 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Rolls-Royce Phantom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Rolls-Royce Phantom would be higher.
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. 2010 Mazda RX-8 has automatic transmission and 1952 Rolls-Royce Phantom has manual transmission. 1952 Rolls-Royce Phantom will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda RX-8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Rolls-Royce Phantom | 2010 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | Mazda |
Model | Phantom | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1952 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 212 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3690 mm | 2700 mm |