2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2000 BMW 730
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2000 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 730 weights approximately 317 kg more than 2006 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, 2000 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8. 2000 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 2006 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2006 Mazda RX-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda RX-8 | 2000 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | RX-8 | 730 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 90 L |
