2009 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1990 Porsche 928
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,957 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 928 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
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, 1990 Porsche 928 (430 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 928 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 | 1990 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | RX-8 | 928 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1306 cc | 4957 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |