2007 BMW M6 vs. 2005 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2007 BMW M6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (189 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 76 kg more than 2007 BMW M6.
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 M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M6 | 2005 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | M6 | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1308 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |