2008 Mazda 6 vs. 2012 BMW 730
To start off, 2012 BMW 730 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 730 weights approximately 556 kg more than 2008 Mazda 6.
Because 2012 BMW 730 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 6. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 6 | 2012 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | 6 | 730 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 244 HP |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5072 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 82 L |
