2001 BMW Z9 vs. 2005 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW Z9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW Z9 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z9 (286 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Z9 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2005 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 Z9 (597 Nm) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (222 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Z9 | 2005 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | Z9 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 1311 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
