2001 BMW M vs. 2007 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M would be higher. At 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (189 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2001 BMW M.
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 M (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 2007 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | M | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1306 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 61 L |
