2001 BMW 750 vs. 2009 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 750 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 750 (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (229 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 750 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2009 Mazda RX-8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 BMW 750 (490 Nm) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (159 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda RX-8. 2001 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda RX-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 750 | 2009 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 750 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2710 mm |
