1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2007 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. 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, 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2007 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 2600 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1307 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 61 L |
