2008 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (108 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster 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. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (140 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan 370Z 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 | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | RX-8 | 370Z |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1308 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4247 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |