1976 BMW 628 vs. 2004 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2004 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1976 BMW 628. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 628.
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, 1976 BMW 628 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 628 | 2004 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 628 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
