1998 AC Cobra vs. 2009 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (232 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 99 kg more than 1998 AC Cobra.
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, 1998 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
1998 AC Cobra | 2009 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | AC | Mazda |
Model | Cobra | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1307 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |