2007 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1973 Porsche 914
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 914 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 914. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 459 kg more than 1973 Porsche 914. 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, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 914. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda RX-8 | 1973 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | RX-8 | 914 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1307 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 61 L |
