1992 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1992 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda RX-7 (239 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2011 BMW 118. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 118 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1992 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, 2011 BMW 118 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mazda RX-7 | 2011 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | RX-7 | 118 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 51 L |
