2007 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1995 Porsche 968
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 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 968 (305 HP) has 73 more horse power than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (232 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 968 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2007 Mazda RX-8. 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, 1995 Porsche 968 (500 Nm) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm). This means 1995 Porsche 968 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 968 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | RX-8 | 968 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1306 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 305 HP |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
