2007 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2008 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 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, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Morgan Aero 8 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 | 2008 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Mazda | Morgan |
| Model | RX-8 | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
