2004 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1969 Porsche 914
To start off, 2004 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 2004 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1969 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1969 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 467 kg more than 1969 Porsche 914. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda RX-8 | 1969 Porsche 914 | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | RX-8 | 914 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1679 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 61 L |