2009 BMW 120 vs. 2007 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
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, 2009 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 2007 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 120 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1306 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |
