2007 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2007 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, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix (515 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda RX-8 | 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | RX-8 | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 7460 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |
