2009 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,162 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 228 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1993 Porsche 911.
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, 1993 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1993 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 | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | RX-8 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1306 cc | 3162 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | boxer |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1260 mm |
