1968 Ferrari Dino vs. 2008 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1968 Ferrari Dino. (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 189 kg more than 1968 Ferrari Dino. 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, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ferrari Dino | 2008 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | Dino | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
