1973 Ford Fairlane vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Fairlane (212 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (108 HP @ 8200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
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 Ford Fairlane (427 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (140 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Fairlane | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fairlane | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
