1963 AC Cobra vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Cobra (271 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (232 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 79 kg more than 1963 AC Cobra.
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, 1963 AC Cobra (423 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Cobra | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | Cobra | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 1311 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
