1998 BMW 729 vs. 2011 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2011 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 729. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 729 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 729 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda RX-8 (212 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1998 BMW 729. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 729. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 729 weights approximately 419 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, 1998 BMW 729 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda RX-8. (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 729 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 729 | 2011 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 729 | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1411 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1341 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2703 mm |