2009 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1964 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (229 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1964 Porsche 911. (129 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1964 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1964 Porsche 911. 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, 1964 Porsche 911 (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (159 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1964 Porsche 911 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 | 1964 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | RX-8 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 61 L |
