2005 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1953 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Rolls-Royce Phantom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Rolls-Royce Phantom would be higher.
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.
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2005 Mazda RX-8 | 1953 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
Make | Mazda | Rolls-Royce |
Model | RX-8 | Phantom |
Year Released | 2005 | 1953 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3690 mm |