1995 BMW 330 vs. 1995 Mazda RX-7

To start off, both 1995 BMW 330 and 1995 Mazda RX-7 were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1995 BMW 330. (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 330 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 330. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 330.

Compare all specifications:

1995 BMW 330 1995 Mazda RX-7
Make BMW Mazda
Model 330 RX-7
Year Released 1995 1995
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2792 cc 2616 cc
Engine Type in-line dual-disk rotary
Horse Power 193 HP 238 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 296 Nm
Torque RPM 3950 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1395 kg 1300 kg
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1700 mm


 

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