1975 BMW Coupe vs. 1996 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1996 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW Coupe would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 BMW Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1975 BMW Coupe. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW Coupe.
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, 1996 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW Coupe. (251 Nm). This means 1996 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW Coupe | 1996 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | Coupe | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2430 mm |
