2006 BMW 650 vs. 2002 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2006 BMW 650 is newer by 4 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 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2002 Mazda RX-8. (189 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 650 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, 2006 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 650 | 2002 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 650 | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4801 cc | 2615 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |