2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,103 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1954 Rover P4. 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, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda RX-8 | 1954 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | RX-8 | P4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 2103 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 52 L |
