1985 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2008 BMW 545
To start off, 2008 BMW 545 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1985 Mazda RX-7. (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 545 weights approximately 1063 kg more than 1985 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, 2008 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda RX-7. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda RX-7. 2008 BMW 545 has automatic transmission and 1985 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1985 Mazda RX-7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 545 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda RX-7 | 2008 BMW 545 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | RX-7 | 545 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2840 mm |
