1967 Triumph GT6 vs. 2011 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2011 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1967 Triumph GT6. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1967 Triumph GT6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mazda RX-8 (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Triumph GT6 | 2011 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Triumph | Mazda |
| Model | GT6 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1341 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2703 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 64 L |
