1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
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 Dino (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1969 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ferrari Dino | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
Model | Dino | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1308 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |