1986 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 147 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS.
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, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 328 GTS | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 263 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 61 L |
