2007 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 5 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette 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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
Model | RX-8 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1308 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 574 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1247 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |