1998 BMW 320 vs. 2010 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2010 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 320 would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda RX-8 (212 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1998 BMW 320. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 320 weights approximately 39 kg more than 2010 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, 1998 BMW 320 (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda RX-8. (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda RX-8. 2010 Mazda RX-8 has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda RX-8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 320 | 2010 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 320 | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1951 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1411 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1341 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |