2007 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1995 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1995 Porsche 911.
Because 1995 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda RX-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Porsche 911 (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 911 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 | 1995 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | RX-8 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1307 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | boxer |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1260 mm |
