2005 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1971 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow weights approximately 1085 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.
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2005 Mazda RX-8 | 1971 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow | |
Make | Mazda | Rolls-Royce |
Model | RX-8 | Silver Shadow |
Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1308 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 0 HP |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 2150 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 107 L |