2008 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1993 Porsche 968
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 968 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 22 kg more than 1993 Porsche 968.
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, 1993 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 968 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 | 1993 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | RX-8 | 968 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 74 L |
