2009 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1959 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (48 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Vauxhall Victor.
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, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (108 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda RX-8 | 1959 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
Model | RX-8 | Victor |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1306 cc | 1507 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 48 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |