2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1969 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1969 Porsche 911. (125 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1969 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 408 kg more than 1969 Porsche 911. 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 (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Porsche 911. (176 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda RX-8 | 1969 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | RX-8 | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1308 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | boxer |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 61 L |