1958 Austin Princess vs. 2007 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1958 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin Princess.
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, 1958 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1958 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin Princess | 2007 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | Princess | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1308 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2710 mm |