2009 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2000 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (549 HP) has 317 more horse power than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (232 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 125 kg more than 2009 Mazda RX-8. 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, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (600 Nm) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Carrera GT 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 | 2000 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | RX-8 | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1307 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 549 HP |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |
