1964 Ferrari GTO vs. 2005 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1964 Ferrari GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari GTO (301 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari GTO should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 507 kg more than 1964 Ferrari GTO.
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 Ferrari GTO (255 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (222 Nm). This means 1964 Ferrari GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda RX-8. 2005 Mazda RX-8 has automatic transmission and 1964 Ferrari GTO has manual transmission. 1964 Ferrari GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda RX-8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ferrari GTO | 2005 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | GTO | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1311 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 878 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
