1990 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 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 29 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 225 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 120 (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda RX-7. (270 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda RX-7. 2010 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1990 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1990 Mazda RX-7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mazda RX-7 | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | RX-7 | 120 |
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 | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 51 L |