2004 BMW 320 vs. 1986 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2004 BMW 320 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,354 cc, 1986 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mazda RX-7 (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 320.
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, 1986 Mazda RX-7 (246 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 320 | 1986 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 320 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 230 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 Length | 4480 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |
