1983 Ferrari 308 vs. 2009 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,855 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (229 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 308. (205 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2009 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, 1983 Ferrari 308 (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (159 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1983 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 308 | 2009 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 308 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 237 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 | 1430 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
