1990 BMW M3 vs. 1990 Mazda RX-7

To start off, both 1990 BMW M3 and 1990 Mazda RX-7 were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,616 cc, 1990 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (234 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1990 Mazda RX-7. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1990 BMW M3.

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, 1990 Mazda RX-7 (270 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW M3. (240 Nm). This means 1990 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW M3.

Compare all specifications:

1990 BMW M3 1990 Mazda RX-7
Make BMW Mazda
Model M3 RX-7
Year Released 1990 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2467 cc 2616 cc
Engine Type in-line dual-disk rotary
Horse Power 234 HP 197 HP
Torque 240 Nm 270 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1260 kg 1300 kg
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1270 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2430 mm


 

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