1977 BMW 728 vs. 2003 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2003 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 728. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 728 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 728 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1977 BMW 728. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 728. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 728 weights approximately 111 kg more than 2003 Mazda RX-8.
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, 1977 BMW 728 (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 728 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 728 | 2003 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 728 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 61 L |
