1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,753 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (267 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (232 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 474 kg more than 2007 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (417 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 2007 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Mustang | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5753 cc | 1306 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 60 L |
