can't decide if this is the right car for me

shadoquad

I test drove te RX-8 against the Z.

The RX-8 has very little power. You have to rev it to high heaven to get any power, and while the Z is similar due to its variable valve timing, the RX-8 is more work for less power.

The Mazda handles better, marginally, and has a better modern racing pedigree if that matters to you. While it has 4 seats, I find that its front seats are more cramped than the Z.

Unless I'm mistaken, the Wankel is also harsher on gas mileage if thrashed.

I think the Z looks better, inside and out, but that's subjective.

I say test drive them both.