1959 BMW 507 vs. 2002 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2002 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 507 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 BMW 507 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda RX-8 (238 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1959 BMW 507. (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 507. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 88 kg more than 1959 BMW 507. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1959 BMW 507 (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1959 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 507 | 2002 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 507 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 61 L |
