1993 BMW M5 vs. 2003 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2003 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,795 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW M5 (336 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2003 Mazda RX-8. (228 HP @ 8200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW M5 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2003 Mazda RX-8. 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, 1993 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1993 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW M5 | 2003 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | M5 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |
