2007 BMW 650 vs. 2011 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2011 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 650 would be higher. At 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2011 Mazda RX-8. (212 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 650 weights approximately 439 kg more than 2011 Mazda RX-8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda RX-8. (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda RX-8. 2011 Mazda RX-8 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 650 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 650 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mazda RX-8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 650 | 2011 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 650 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1341 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2703 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
