1963 AC Cobra vs. 2011 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2011 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 48 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 59 more horse power than 2011 Mazda RX-8. (212 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 361 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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda RX-8. (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda RX-8. 2011 Mazda RX-8 has automatic transmission and 1963 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1963 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mazda RX-8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Cobra | 2011 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | Cobra | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1341 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2703 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
