1960 Lotus Elite vs. 2007 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 1,308 cc, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1960 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1960 Lotus Elite.
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, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lotus Elite. (104 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lotus Elite | 2007 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Elite | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1216 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 60 L |
