1957 Ford Prefect vs. 2005 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,308 cc, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1957 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 591 kg more than 1957 Ford Prefect. 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, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Prefect | 2005 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Prefect | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1308 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2710 mm |