2009 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (208 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit.
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, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit 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 | 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
| Make | Mazda | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | RX-8 | Silver Spirit |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1306 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3070 mm |
