1991 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 21 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (320 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1991 Mazda RX-7. (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1991 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 513 kg more than 1991 Mazda RX-7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 BMW 335 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mazda RX-7. (270 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 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 | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | RX-7 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |
