1990 BMW 730 vs. 2005 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1990 BMW 730. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 730 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2005 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, 1990 BMW 730 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (222 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda RX-8. 2005 Mazda RX-8 has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW 730 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW 730 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda RX-8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 730 | 2005 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 730 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1311 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
