2004 BMW M5 vs. 2009 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (232 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 2004 BMW M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW M5 | 2009 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | M5 | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1306 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 22.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |