1990 BMW M3 vs. 1996 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1996 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1996 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 238 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 110 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, 1996 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW M3. (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1996 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 | 1996 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | M3 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2467 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
