1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (212 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT.
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, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. 2006 Mazda RX-8 has automatic transmission and 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT has manual transmission. 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mazda RX-8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Mazda |
| Model | TX-GT | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1311 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 60 L |
