2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1968 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 504. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 71 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 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 504. (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda RX-8 | 1968 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | RX-8 | 504 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1311 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
