2005 BMW 325 vs. 1996 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1996 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1996 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 325 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
