1971 BMW Touring vs. 1994 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1994 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1994 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 284 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 1994 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | Touring | RX-7 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |