1973 Mazda RX-3 vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda RX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda RX-3 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (311 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1973 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 1201 kg more than 1973 Mazda RX-3. 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (407 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda RX-3 | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | RX-3 | 7 Series |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1964 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 2053 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5214 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2134 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |