2005 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2005 Rolls-Royce Corniche
To start off, both 2005 Mazda RX-8 and 2005 Rolls-Royce Corniche were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Rolls-Royce Corniche is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rolls-Royce Corniche weights approximately 1670 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 Rolls-Royce Corniche (739 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 528 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Rolls-Royce Corniche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda RX-8. 2005 Rolls-Royce Corniche has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda RX-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Rolls-Royce Corniche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda RX-8 | 2005 Rolls-Royce Corniche | |
| Make | Mazda | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | RX-8 | Corniche |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 739 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 2735 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 100 L |
