2000 BMW 323 vs. 2010 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2010 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 323 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2000 BMW 323. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 323 weights approximately 130 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, 2000 BMW 323 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda RX-8. (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 323 | 2010 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 323 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1390 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 Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
