2008 BMW 116 vs. 2008 Mazda RX-8
To start off, both 2008 BMW 116 and 2008 Mazda RX-8 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2008 BMW 116. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 BMW 116. 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, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 116. (151 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 116 | 2008 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 116 | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1308 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8200 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |