2005 BMW 730 vs. 2011 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2011 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 730 (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2011 Mazda RX-8. (212 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 730 weights approximately 564 kg more than 2011 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, 2005 BMW 730 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda RX-8. (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 730 | 2011 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 730 | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1411 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1341 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2703 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 64 L |