2000 BMW Z3 vs. 1987 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1987 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z3. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z3.
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, 1987 Mazda RX-7 (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 1987 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | Z3 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2440 mm |
