1994 Alfa Romeo RZ vs. 2005 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (189 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ.
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, 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ | 2005 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | RZ | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2614 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
