1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage 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 Aston Martin Project Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (232 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage should accelerate faster 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, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (746 Nm) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 2009 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | Project Vantage | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1306 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 746 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 64 L |
