2002 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 530 (271 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2002 Mazda RX-8. (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2002 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, 2012 BMW 530 (310 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda RX-8. 2012 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2002 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2002 Mazda RX-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mazda RX-8 | 2012 BMW 530 | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | RX-8 | 530 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2615 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |