2004 BMW 318 vs. 1989 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2004 BMW 318 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,614 cc, 1989 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (200 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 318 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1989 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, 2004 BMW 318 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda RX-7. (264 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 318 | 1989 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 318 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2614 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |
