1969 Bizzarrini GT vs. 1991 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1991 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Bizzarrini GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Bizzarrini GT would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1991 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1969 Bizzarrini GT. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1969 Bizzarrini GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1969 Bizzarrini GT. 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, 1991 Mazda RX-7 (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Bizzarrini GT. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Bizzarrini GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Bizzarrini GT | 1991 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Mazda |
| Model | GT | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2440 mm |
