2007 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1965 Steyr 650T
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 1,308 cc, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1965 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, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda RX-8 | 1965 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Mazda | Steyr |
| Model | RX-8 | 650T |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 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 |
