2003 Bentley Azure vs. 1987 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2003 Bentley Azure is newer by 16 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 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1987 Mazda RX-7. (197 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1987 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, 2003 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda RX-7. (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bentley Azure | 1987 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Bentley | Mazda |
| Model | Azure | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2440 mm |
