1960 BMW 700 vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,311 cc, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1960 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1960 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 469 kg more than 1960 BMW 700. 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, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 BMW 700 | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 700 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1311 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
