2005 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1993 Porsche 993
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 993 weights approximately 64 kg more than 2005 Mazda RX-8. 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, 1993 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda RX-8 | 1993 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | RX-8 | 993 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2280 mm |
