2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1962 Steyr 650T
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 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 1,308 cc, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (108 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1962 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1962 Steyr 650T.
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 (140 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Steyr 650T. 2006 Mazda RX-8 has automatic transmission and 1962 Steyr 650T has manual transmission. 1962 Steyr 650T will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mazda RX-8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda RX-8 | 1962 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Mazda | Steyr |
| Model | RX-8 | 650T |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 641 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1850 mm |
