1975 Avanti Avanti vs. 2009 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1975 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Avanti Avanti.
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, 1975 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1975 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Avanti Avanti | 2009 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Avanti | Mazda |
Model | Avanti | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
Engine Size | 6570 cc | 1306 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 443 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |