1979 BMW 732 vs. 1996 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1996 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 732. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 732 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 732 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1979 BMW 732. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1979 BMW 732. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 732 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1996 Mazda RX-7.
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, 1996 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW 732. (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW 732.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 732 | 1996 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 732 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
