1972 BMW Turbo vs. 2010 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2010 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Turbo would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 BMW Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1972 BMW Turbo. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 406 kg more than 1972 BMW Turbo. 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, 2010 Mazda RX-8 (215 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Turbo. (177 Nm). This means 2010 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Turbo | 2010 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | Turbo | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1341 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
