2004 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2005 Morgan 44
To start off, 2005 Morgan 44 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda RX-8 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 74 more horse power than 2005 Morgan 44. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 412 kg more than 2005 Morgan 44. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan 44. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda RX-8 | 2005 Morgan 44 | |
| Make | Mazda | Morgan |
| Model | RX-8 | 44 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1790 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
