1953 BMW 501 vs. 1990 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1990 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 BMW 501 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1990 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 BMW 501 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1990 Mazda RX-7.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1953 BMW 501 | 1990 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 501 | RX-7 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 148 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2440 mm |