1977 Mazda RX-2 vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda RX-2 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 193 more horse power than 1977 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 1013 kg more than 1977 Mazda RX-2. 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 (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda RX-2 | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | RX-2 | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1973 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3210 mm |
