1968 BMW 2002 vs. 1987 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1987 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1987 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2002. (130 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2002.
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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2002. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2002 | 1987 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 2002 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
