2008 Ferrari 360 vs. 2008 Mazda RX-8
To start off, both 2008 Ferrari 360 and 2008 Mazda RX-8 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,586 cc, 2008 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 53 kg more than 2008 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 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari 360 | 2008 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 360 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 1308 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 189 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.5 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 370 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 61 L |
