2005 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1959 Riley Two Point Six
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley Two Point Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley Two Point Six would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Riley Two Point Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. (97 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Riley Two Point Six weights approximately 575 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley Two Point Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda RX-8 | 1959 Riley Two Point Six | |
| Make | Mazda | Riley |
| Model | RX-8 | Two Point Six |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1640 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2890 mm |
