2000 BMW 316 vs. 1979 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2000 BMW 316 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1979 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1979 Mazda RX-7. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 316 weights approximately 338 kg more than 1979 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, 2000 BMW 316 (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda RX-7. 2000 BMW 316 has automatic transmission and 1979 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1979 Mazda RX-7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 316 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 316 | 1979 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 316 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
