1977 BMW 528 vs. 1986 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1986 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 528 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mazda RX-7 (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1977 BMW 528. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 528.
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, 1986 Mazda RX-7 (246 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 528. (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 528 | 1986 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 528 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2430 mm |
