2007 BMW 130 vs. 2010 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2010 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 130 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2010 Mazda RX-8. (232 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2007 BMW 130.
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, 2007 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda RX-8. (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 130 | 2010 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 130 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1341 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |
