though the RX-8 ia s true sports car, i shoudl point out out that these cars are made to be "driven", not "dragged". the renesis is good only after 5000rpm so usually off the line a civic with a B16/B18 will get the jump.
i'd suggest that all RX-8 owners enjoy these cars for what they are and enjoy the fact that they have an amazing all-round reliable performer rather than a pocket rocket which is only good for going fast in a straight line (which anyone can do)