1961 BMW 700 vs. 2005 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,311 cc, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1961 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1961 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, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (222 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 BMW 700 | 2005 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 700 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1311 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 60 L |
