1968 BMW 2000 vs. 2007 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2000 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2000. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1968 BMW 2000. 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, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2000. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2000 | 2007 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 2000 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1306 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
