1995 BMW 330 vs. 2009 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1995 BMW 330. (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 330 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2009 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, 1995 BMW 330 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 330 | 2009 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 330 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1307 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
