2008 BMW M5 vs. 2011 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2011 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 2011 Mazda RX-8. (212 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M5 weights approximately 419 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, 2008 BMW M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda RX-8. (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M5 | 2011 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | M5 | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1411 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1341 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2703 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |