1974 Avanti Avanti vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,569 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1974 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 152 kg more 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, 1974 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1974 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Avanti Avanti | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Avanti | Mazda |
| Model | Avanti | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 6569 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
