1985 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z is newer by 27 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1985 Mazda RX-7. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 518 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, 2012 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda RX-7 | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | RX-7 | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |
