1979 BMW 728 vs. 1999 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 728. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 728 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 728 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1979 BMW 728. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1979 BMW 728.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 BMW 728 (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1979 BMW 728 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda RX-01.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 728 | 1999 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 728 | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2610 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2350 mm |
