1991 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1991 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (194 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325.
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 325 (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mazda RX-7. (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mazda RX-7 | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | RX-7 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |
