2002 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1955 Opel Kapitan
To start off, 2002 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Opel Kapitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Opel Kapitan would be higher. At 2,615 cc, 2002 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine.
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.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mazda RX-8 | 1955 Opel Kapitan | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | RX-8 | Kapitan |
Year Released | 2002 | 1955 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2615 cc | 2473 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |