1999 Mazda RX-Evolv vs. 2012 BMW 730
To start off, 2012 BMW 730 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv (276 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2012 BMW 730. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 730 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv.
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, 2012 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv. (214 Nm @ 8000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv | 2012 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | RX-Evolv | 730 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5212 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1479 mm |
