1956 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 2005 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 380 kg more than 2005 Mazda RX-8. 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, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (222 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1956 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jaguar MK VIII | 2005 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | MK VIII | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 1311 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 60 L |
