1977 BMW 530 vs. 1987 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1987 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1977 BMW 530. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 530.
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, 1987 Mazda RX-7 (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 530. (256 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 530 | 1987 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 530 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2440 mm |
