2009 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1961 Morgan 4
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,299 cc, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (229 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1961 Morgan 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1961 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 745 kg more than 1961 Morgan 4. 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, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (159 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morgan 4. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda RX-8 | 1961 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Morgan |
| Model | RX-8 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
