1987 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2012 Audi S5
To start off, 2012 Audi S5 is newer by 25 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1987 Mazda RX-7. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi S5 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1987 Mazda RX-7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Mazda RX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 will offer significantly more control. 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 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda RX-7. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S5 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 | 2012 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | RX-7 | S5 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2751 mm |
