1956 BMW 507 vs. 1989 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1989 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 507 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 BMW 507 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1956 BMW 507. (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 507. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 46 kg more than 1956 BMW 507. 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, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 507. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 507.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 507 | 1989 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 507 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 75 L |
