1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2011 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2011 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 173 kg more than 1965 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, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda RX-8. (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2011 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | 2600 | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1217 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1341 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2703 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |