2008 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2012 Pagani Huayra
To start off, 2012 Pagani Huayra is newer by 4 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Pagani Huayra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Pagani Huayra (700 HP) has 511 more horse power than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (189 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Pagani Huayra 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 72 kg more than 2012 Pagani Huayra.
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, 2012 Pagani Huayra (740 Nm) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm). This means 2012 Pagani Huayra 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 | 2012 Pagani Huayra | |
| Make | Mazda | Pagani |
| Model | RX-8 | Huayra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 700 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 740 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 370 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 3.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4605 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2036 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1169 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2795 mm |
