2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (212 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda RX-8 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | RX-8 | 3 Series |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1311 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |