1990 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2006 Morgan Aero
To start off, 2006 Morgan Aero is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Aero (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1990 Mazda RX-7. (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Aero 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 190 kg more than 2006 Morgan Aero.
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, 2006 Morgan Aero (448 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda RX-7. (270 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mazda RX-7 | 2006 Morgan Aero | |
| Make | Mazda | Morgan |
| Model | RX-7 | Aero |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
