1978 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2011 BMW 760
To start off, 2011 BMW 760 is newer by 33 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. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 760 (535 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 430 more horse power than 1978 Mazda RX-7. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 760 weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1978 Mazda RX-7. 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, 2011 BMW 760 (745 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 600 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda RX-7. 2011 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 1978 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1978 Mazda RX-7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda RX-7 | 2011 BMW 760 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | RX-7 | 760 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 535 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 745 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5215 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3211 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 82 L |
