1966 Holden HD vs. 2009 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Holden HD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Holden HD would be higher. At 2,930 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Holden HD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1966 Holden HD. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden HD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Holden HD weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 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, 1966 Holden HD (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1966 Holden HD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Holden HD | 2009 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | HD | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 1307 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
