2008 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1991 Porsche 944
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 944 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1991 Porsche 944.
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, 1991 Porsche 944 (337 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda RX-8 | 1991 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | RX-8 | 944 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
