2009 BMW M3 vs. 2009 Mazda RX-8
To start off, both 2009 BMW M3 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (189 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 2009 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | M3 | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1308 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |