1965 Maserati Mexico vs. 2002 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2002 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Maserati Mexico. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Maserati Mexico would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Maserati Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Maserati Mexico (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2002 Mazda RX-8. (238 HP @ 8200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Maserati Mexico weights approximately 112 kg more than 2002 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, 1965 Maserati Mexico (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1965 Maserati Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Maserati Mexico | 2002 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Maserati | Mazda |
Model | Mexico | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4136 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8200 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1338 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |