1998 BMW 316 vs. 1987 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1998 BMW 316 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1987 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1998 BMW 316. (106 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 316.
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, 1987 Mazda RX-7 (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 316. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 316 | 1987 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 316 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
