1990 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 20 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 2,616 cc, 1990 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 118 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1990 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, 2010 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda RX-7. (270 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 118 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 | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | RX-7 | 118 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 51 L |