1994 BMW 740 vs. 2008 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (232 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 740 weights approximately 363 kg more than 2008 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, 1994 BMW 740 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 740 | 2008 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 740 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
