2009 BMW 120 vs. 2009 Mazda RX-8
To start off, both 2009 BMW 120 and 2009 Mazda RX-8 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (155 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (108 HP @ 8200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (140 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 2009 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 120 | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1308 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 8200 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 61 L |