1998 BMW 730 vs. 1994 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1998 BMW 730 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1998 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 730 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 730 | 1994 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 730 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2615 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 190 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 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 77 L |
