2007 BMW M6 vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2007 BMW M6 is newer by 1 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 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 272 more horse power than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (228 HP @ 8200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M6 weights approximately 512 kg more than 2006 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 M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M6 | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | M6 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1428 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 | 17 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
