2008 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1988 Pontiac Banshee
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Banshee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Banshee would be higher. At 4,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Banshee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Banshee. (227 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Banshee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Banshee weights approximately 256 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda RX-8 | 1988 Pontiac Banshee | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | RX-8 | Banshee |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 4042 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
