1956 BMW 507 vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 507 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 BMW 507 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1956 BMW 507. (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 507. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 507 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
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, 1956 BMW 507 (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1956 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 507 | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 507 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1311 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 60 L |
