1995 BMW 528 vs. 2005 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 528 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1995 BMW 528. (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 528 weights approximately 515 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, 1995 BMW 528 (279 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 528 | 2005 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 528 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1065 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
