1995 BMW 525 vs. 1996 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1996 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1996 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1995 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 525 weights approximately 248 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 525. (285 Nm). This means 1996 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 525 | 1996 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 525 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2430 mm |
