1967 Marcos 1600 vs. 2002 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2002 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Marcos 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Marcos 1600 would be higher. At 2,615 cc, 2002 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1967 Marcos 1600. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Marcos 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1967 Marcos 1600. 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, 2002 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Marcos 1600. (172 Nm). This means 2002 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Marcos 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Marcos 1600 | 2002 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Marcos | Mazda |
Model | 1600 | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1652 cc | 2615 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 220 Nm |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2710 mm |