2007 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1969 Triumph TR6
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 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1969 Triumph TR6. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1969 Triumph TR6. 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, 1969 Triumph TR6 (223 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1969 Triumph TR6 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 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | RX-8 | TR6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1307 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
