2010 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2012 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2012 Ford Bantam is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2012 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 406 kg more than 2012 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mazda RX-8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Bantam, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Mazda RX-8 (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mazda RX-8 | 2012 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | RX-8 | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1300 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1341 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 54 L |
