1959 BMW 503 vs. 1987 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1987 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 503. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 503 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 BMW 503 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1959 BMW 503. (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 503.
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, 1987 Mazda RX-7 (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 503 | 1987 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 503 | RX-7 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2440 mm |