1998 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 13 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 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2011 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 118 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1998 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, 2011 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda RX-7. (294 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mazda RX-7 | 2011 BMW 118 | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | RX-7 | 118 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 51 L |