1993 BMW 856 vs. 1996 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1996 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 856. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 856 would be higher. At 5,576 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 BMW 856 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 856 (376 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1996 Mazda RX-7. (238 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 856 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 856 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1996 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, 1993 BMW 856 (550 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 856 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 856 | 1996 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 856 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5576 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2430 mm |
