2009 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (229 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1955 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1955 Rover P4 (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (159 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1955 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda RX-8 | 1955 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | RX-8 | P4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 52 L |
