1965 Jaguar MK II vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1965 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1965 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 30 kg more than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
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, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Jaguar MK II | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | MK II | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
