I currently have an RX8 (2007 Sunlight Silver), Lotus Elise, and I'm 5'8" so I can answer your questions =D
From my experience so far, they are very different driving experiences. I used to think my RX8 Steering was very precise and stiff. After driving in the elise though, the power steering on the RX8 makes me feel like I'm driving some kind of SUV. Getting in and out just takes some practice.
I keep the RX8 around as my daily driver and for inclement weather. It's sometimes nice to have some luxury comforts that you can't get in the elise. I'd definately keep the RX8 if you have the chance.
From my experience so far, they are very different driving experiences. I used to think my RX8 Steering was very precise and stiff. After driving in the elise though, the power steering on the RX8 makes me feel like I'm driving some kind of SUV. Getting in and out just takes some practice.
I keep the RX8 around as my daily driver and for inclement weather. It's sometimes nice to have some luxury comforts that you can't get in the elise. I'd definately keep the RX8 if you have the chance.