2004 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1958 Rover P5
To start off, 2004 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1958 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P5 weights approximately 188 kg more than 2004 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, 1958 Rover P5 (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1958 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda RX-8. 1958 Rover P5 has automatic transmission and 2004 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2004 Mazda RX-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1958 Rover P5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda RX-8 | 1958 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | RX-8 | P5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 63 L |
