1963 Ferrari 250 GTE vs. 2007 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 2,951 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE (235 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (232 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE weights approximately 250 kg more than 2007 Mazda RX-8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Ferrari 250 GTE (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE | 2007 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 250 GTE | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2951 cc | 1306 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 60 L |
