2006 BMW M3 vs. 2007 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (333 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (232 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2007 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 M3 (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M3 | 2007 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | M3 | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3245 cc | 1308 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 333 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |