1987 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2011 BMW 525
To start off, 2011 BMW 525 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1987 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 525 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1987 Mazda RX-7. (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1987 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, 2011 BMW 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda RX-7. (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mazda RX-7 | 2011 BMW 525 | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | RX-7 | 525 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2968 mm |