1995 BMW 528 vs. 2011 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2011 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 16 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, 2011 Mazda RX-8 (212 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1995 BMW 528. (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 169 kg more than 2011 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda RX-8. (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda RX-8. 2011 Mazda RX-8 has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW 528 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW 528 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mazda RX-8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 528 | 2011 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 528 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1341 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2703 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
