2004 BMW 525 vs. 1992 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,615 cc, 1992 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1992 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 525 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda RX-7. (270 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 1992 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 525 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2615 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
