1999 BMW 529 vs. 1985 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1999 BMW 529 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 529 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 529 (193 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1985 Mazda RX-7. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 529 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 529 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1985 Mazda RX-7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 BMW 529 (410 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 529 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 529 | 1985 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 529 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
