1977 Ferrari Dino vs. 2008 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,925 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari Dino (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (228 HP @ 8200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 96 kg more than 1977 Ferrari Dino.
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, 1977 Ferrari Dino (264 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm). This means 1977 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ferrari Dino | 2008 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | Dino | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 61 L |
