1969 Ferrari 365 GTC vs. 2009 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (229 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC weights approximately 95 kg more than 2009 Mazda RX-8. 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, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (159 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC | 2009 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 365 GTC | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 61 L |
