1995 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 2003 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2003 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2003 Mazda RX-8. (228 HP @ 8200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 145 kg more than 2003 Mazda RX-8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari 512 TR | 2003 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 512 TR | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1308 cc |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
