1973 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2007 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Camaro. (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro (379 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chevrolet Camaro | 2007 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Camaro | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1308 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 379 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |