1998 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2007 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2007 Mazda Drifter is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1998 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda RX-7 (280 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2007 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda Drifter.
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, 1998 Mazda RX-7 (315 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda RX-7 | 2007 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | RX-7 | Drifter |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2606 cc |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 82 L |
