1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2008 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (228 HP @ 8200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 148 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 2008 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 250 GT | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 61 L |
