1993 Mazda AZ-1 vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda AZ-1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda AZ-1 would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 1318 kg more than 1993 Mazda AZ-1.
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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (651 Nm) has 566 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda AZ-1. (85 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda AZ-1. 2013 BMW 7 Series has automatic transmission and 1993 Mazda AZ-1 has manual transmission. 1993 Mazda AZ-1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 7 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda AZ-1 | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | AZ-1 | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 439 HP |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 834 kg | 2152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5074 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3070 mm |
