1981 BMW 528 vs. 1990 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1990 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 528 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1981 BMW 528. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 528.
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, 1990 Mazda RX-7 (270 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 528. (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 528 | 1990 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 528 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
