2005 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (283 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 993 weights approximately 355 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, 1998 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | RX-8 | 993 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1420 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2280 mm |
