2009 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1970 Porsche 914
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 1,677 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Porsche 914 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (229 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1970 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1970 Porsche 914. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda RX-8 | 1970 Porsche 914 | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | RX-8 | 914 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1677 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 61 L |