1984 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2005 BMW 318
To start off, 2005 BMW 318 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1984 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1984 Mazda RX-7. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 318 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1984 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, 2005 BMW 318 (201 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda RX-7. (158 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda RX-7. 2005 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 1984 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1984 Mazda RX-7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda RX-7 | 2005 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | RX-7 | 318 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2740 mm |
