2007 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1952 Nissan Sports
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 1,306 cc, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1952 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1952 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1952 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda RX-8 | 1952 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | RX-8 | Sports |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1952 |
| Engine Size | 1306 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2160 mm |
