2008 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1967 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Volkswagen 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP) has 136 more horse power than 1967 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 444 kg more than 1967 Volkswagen 1600. 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, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda RX-8 | 1967 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | RX-8 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 40 L |
