2008 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1965 Steyr 700C
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 1,308 cc, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (108 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 700C.
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 Mazda RX-8 (140 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 700C. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 700C. 2008 Mazda RX-8 has automatic transmission and 1965 Steyr 700C has manual transmission. 1965 Steyr 700C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mazda RX-8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda RX-8 | 1965 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Mazda | Steyr |
| Model | RX-8 | 700C |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1950 mm |
