1968 Bizzarrini Manta vs. 2009 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Bizzarrini Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Bizzarrini Manta would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Bizzarrini Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Bizzarrini Manta (350 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (232 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Bizzarrini Manta should accelerate faster 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, 1968 Bizzarrini Manta (511 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm). This means 1968 Bizzarrini Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Bizzarrini Manta | 2009 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Mazda |
| Model | Manta | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1306 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 511 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
