1994 BMW 740 vs. 1996 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1996 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1996 Mazda RX-7. (238 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 740 weights approximately 448 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, 1994 BMW 740 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 740 | 1996 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 740 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2430 mm |
