2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2012 Pagani Huayra
To start off, 2012 Pagani Huayra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Pagani Huayra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Pagani Huayra (700 HP) has 488 more horse power than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (212 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Pagani Huayra should accelerate faster 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, 2012 Pagani Huayra (740 Nm) has 524 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm). This means 2012 Pagani Huayra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8. 2006 Mazda RX-8 has automatic transmission and 2012 Pagani Huayra has manual transmission. 2012 Pagani Huayra 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 | 2012 Pagani Huayra | |
| Make | Mazda | Pagani |
| Model | RX-8 | Huayra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1311 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 700 HP |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 740 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4605 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2036 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1169 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2795 mm |
