2000 Ford ST 460 vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford ST 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford ST 460 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford ST 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford ST 460 (460 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford ST 460 should accelerate faster than 2006 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, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford ST 460. (178 Nm). This means 2006 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford ST 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford ST 460 | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | ST 460 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
