2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1962 Rover P5
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1962 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1962 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Rover P5 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Rover P5. (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Rover P5. 1962 Rover P5 has automatic transmission and 2006 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2006 Mazda RX-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1962 Rover P5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda RX-8 | 1962 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | RX-8 | P5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
