1978 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (173 HP @ 1600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1978 Mazda RX-7. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda RX-7.
Because 1978 Mazda RX-7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda RX-7 | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Mazda | Mini |
Model | RX-7 | Cooper |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |